English · Boy name
Edwin
“rich friend”
About the name Edwin
Edwin is an Old English name derived from the elements ‘ead’, meaning ‘wealth, fortune’, and ‘wine’, meaning ‘friend’. It was borne by several kings of Northumbria, including Edwin of Northumbria, who was a significant figure in early English history. The name has been used in various literary works, contributing to its enduring appeal.
- Meaning
- rich friend
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ED-win(2 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Edwin
- Edwin Charles
- Edwin James
- Edwin Alexander
- Edwin Michael
- Edwin Henry
Questions about Edwin
- What does Edwin mean?
- Edwin is an English name meaning "rich friend".
- How do you pronounce Edwin?
- Edwin is pronounced ED-win, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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