Boy
Elwin
elf friend
About Elwin
Elwin combines vintage charm with a touch of whimsy, offering a distinctive identity without excessive flamboyance. The name carries a certain storybook quality that suggests imagination and creative thinking.
With its clear pronunciation and straightforward spelling, Elwin provides a frictionless experience while remaining uncommonly encountered.
The name possesses a certain woodland quality that evokes natural settings and ancient wisdom without feeling anachronistic in contemporary contexts.
Elwin strikes a thoughtful balance between accessibility and uniqueness, ensuring your son won't share his name with classmates while still enjoying straightforward introductions.
The name's gentle cadence creates a pleasing rhythm when spoken aloud.
Popularity of the Name Elwin
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1882 | #869 |
| 1883 | #938 |
| 1887 | #772 |
| 1888 | #769 |
| 1889 | #638 |
| 1891 | #613 |
| 1892 | #996 |
| 1894 | #887 |
| 1895 | #814 |
| 1897 | #659 |
| 1898 | #674 |
| 1899 | #880 |
| 1900 | #857 |
| 1901 | #793 |
| 1902 | #956 |
| 1903 | #860 |
| 1904 | #997 |
| 1905 | #943 |
| 1906 | #625 |
| 1907 | #889 |
| 1908 | #543 |
| 1909 | #858 |
| 1910 | #763 |
| 1911 | #630 |
| 1912 | #522 |
| 1913 | #554 |
| 1914 | #462 |
| 1915 | #498 |
| 1916 | #565 |
| 1917 | #532 |
| 1918 | #569 |
| 1919 | #587 |
| 1920 | #540 |
| 1921 | #516 |
| 1922 | #521 |
| 1923 | #502 |
| 1924 | #545 |
| 1925 | #540 |
| 1926 | #503 |
| 1927 | #565 |
| 1928 | #562 |
| 1929 | #573 |
| 1930 | #665 |
| 1931 | #572 |
| 1932 | #584 |
| 1933 | #698 |
| 1934 | #655 |
| 1935 | #670 |
| 1936 | #700 |
| 1937 | #733 |
| 1938 | #653 |
| 1939 | #788 |
| 1940 | #775 |
| 1941 | #753 |
| 1942 | #756 |
| 1943 | #783 |
| 1944 | #855 |
| 1945 | #745 |
| 1948 | #880 |
| 1949 | #987 |
| 1950 | #855 |
| 1952 | #955 |
| 1953 | #926 |
| 1954 | #954 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Elwin
Names Similar to Elwin
Nicknames for Elwin
- El
- Win
- Winnie
- Eli
