Edwin
/ehdwihn/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Edwin is a English name meaning "Rich friend". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Angola, Argentina, Austria. The name Edwin is of Old English origin. It is derived from the elements "ead" meaning "wealth, fortune, prosperity" and "wine" meaning "friend".
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic ehdwihn
IPA ɛdwɪn
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ehdwihn. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Edwin
- · Edwin Hubble - Astronomer
- · Edwin Starr - Singer
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