Declining since 2007, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Edwyn since 1917
Babies named Edwyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 7 |
| 1920s | 9 |
| 1930s | 12 |
| 1940s | 12 |
| 1950s | 20 |
| 1960s | 13 |
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 20 |
| 1990s | 54 |
| 2000s | 278 |
| 2010s | 210 |
| 2020s | 76 |
Meaning & origin
Edwyn, a medieval variant of Edwin, has seen limited but consistent use in the United States since its first recorded appearance in 1917. At its peak in 2006, the name still remained uncommon, never entering the top 1,000. Recent years show a declining trajectory, with the name falling in usage since 2007. As of 2025, Edwyn ranks 6,143 with an estimated frequency of 1 in 122,005 births. The name is most closely associated with English heritage and offers a distinctive alternative to the more common Edwin.
Edwyn is a medieval English variant of Edwin, from the Old English elements ead (prosperity, riches) and wine (friend). The name was borne by several Anglo-Saxon saints and kings, including a 7th-century king of Northumbria. It enjoyed moderate use through the Middle Ages and experienced a revival in the 19th century, particularly in Britain.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ed, Eddie, Eddy
Variants: Edwin
Sibling names for Edwyn
Names that share Edwyn's style, for a brother or sister.
