Edwin is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #398 in 2025 with 798 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2006 with 2,671 births ranking #158. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 49.7%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 2,140 boys born was named Edwin. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Edwin is an old English name meaning "wealthy friend". It has a thoughtful, traditional feel and sits comfortably among revived vintage classics.
The name was used in early medieval England and later returned through literary and family naming traditions. It feels gentler and slightly less formal than Edward while still sharing the same historical depth.