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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

  • Key role in establishing the expanding universe model
  • Developed Hubble's Law, which relates a galaxy's recession velocity to its distance

Edwin Starr (1942-1999)

Singer, Songwriter

  • Known for his powerful vocals and hit song "War"
  • Significant figure in the Motown and soul music genres

Edwin Van der Sar (1970-)

Footballer (Goalkeeper)

  • Won the UEFA Champions League with Ajax Amsterdam and Manchester United
  • Considered one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time

Edwin Chadwick (1800-1890)

Social reformer, Civil servant

  • Instrumental in passing the Public Health Act of 1848
  • Improved sanitation and public health conditions in England

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