Holding steady.
Popularity of Durwin since 1934
Babies named Durwin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 16 |
| 1940s | 29 |
| 1950s | 221 |
| 1960s | 164 |
| 1970s | 119 |
| 1980s | 63 |
| 1990s | 20 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Durwin is a rare and distinctive English name with uncertain origins, likely a variant of Darwin, meaning 'dear friend'. First recorded in the United States in 1934, it saw its peak of popularity in 1956, though it never entered the top 1000. Its trajectory has been stable, appearing occasionally in birth records without significant revival. With no strong ties to any particular state, Durwin remains a unique choice for parents seeking an uncommon name with a familiar feel. The name is used almost exclusively for boys.
Durwin is likely a variant of the name Darwin, which itself derives from the Old English elements 'deore' (dear) and 'wine' (friend). Alternatively, it may be a combination of the Old English 'dur-' (gate) and 'wine', though this is less accepted. The name first recorded in the United States in 1934, and saw modest use in the 1950s, peaking in 1956.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Darwin
Sibling names for Durwin
Names that share Durwin's style, for a brother or sister.
