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Name Origin

Edwin is a masculine given name of Old English origin, meaning 'wealthy friend' or 'prosperous guardian'. It combines the elements 'eald' (meaning old, wise) and 'wine' (meaning friend, joy).

masculinewealthfriendshipprosperitywisdomguardian

Famous People

Edwin Hubble (1889-1953)

Astronomer

  • Discovered the expansion of the universe
  • Developed the Hubble Law which relates galaxy recession velocity to distance
  • Made significant contributions to our understanding of galaxies and nebulae

Edwin Starr (1942-1999)

Singer, songwriter

  • Known for hit songs like 'War' and 'H.A.P.P.Y.'
  • Powerful voice and soulful style influenced generations of musicians
  • Became a symbol of anti-war sentiment in the 1970s

Edwin Van der Sar (1970-)

Footballer (Goalkeeper)

  • Considered one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time
  • Won numerous trophies including the UEFA Champions League and Premier League titles with Manchester United
  • Captained the Dutch national team

Similar Names

EduardEdwardEdvin

Sibling Names

Eleanor

Both Edwin and Eleanor are classic English names with a vintage feel, sharing similar origins and a timeless elegance.

Frederick

Sharing a Germanic origin and strong, traditional vibe, Frederick complements Edwin's classic appeal.

Clara

Clara has a similar melodic quality to Edwin, creating a harmonious flow for siblings' names.