MallowbyNames

Ewin

YOO-in · possibly a variant of Ewen or Ewan, which likely means 'born of yew' or 'youth'

Peak popularity
1883
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Ewin since 1882

Babies named Ewin per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1924, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ewin's real moment was 1883.

4711192019602000Most births 1924Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1880s10
1890s0
1900s0
1910s23
1920s52
1930s25
1940s0
1950s5
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Ewin is an unusual name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1882, with its peak recorded usage in 1883. Since then it has remained exceedingly rare, never ranking in the top 1000. The name is a variant of Ewen or Ewan, Scottish and Irish names with ancient roots. Its stable but minimal usage makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with Celtic heritage without widespread familiarity.

Ewin is likely a variant of Ewen or Ewan, names derived from the Scottish Gaelic Eòghann and the Irish Eoghan. These names are traditionally interpreted as meaning 'born of the yew tree' or 'youth', though the exact etymology is debated. The name has been used in Scotland and Ireland for centuries, though Ewin itself is a less common spelling.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Ewen, Ewan, Eoghan, Euan

Sibling names for Ewin

Names that share Ewin's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Maeve, Iona, Fiona, Niamh, Ailsa

Brothers: Angus, Callum, Lachlan, Finn, Hamish

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ewin mean?
Ewin is likely a variant of Ewen or Ewan, which may mean 'born of the yew tree' or 'youth'.
How popular is the name Ewin?
Ewin has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. It was first recorded in 1882, with a peak in 1883, but usage has been extremely rare.
Is Ewin a boy or girl name?
Ewin is almost exclusively used as a boy's name.