Edvin
Swedish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Edvin
Edvin is a Scandinavian variant of Edwin, derived from the Old English elements "ead" (wealth) and "win" (friend), meaning "wealthy friend." The name is primarily used in Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish cultures, with historical roots in Germanic and Anglo-Saxon traditions.
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Etymology
Edvin is a Scandinavian variant of Edwin, derived from the Old English elements "ead" (wealth) and "win" (friend), meaning "wealthy friend." The name is primarily used in Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish cultures, with historical roots in Germanic and Anglo-Saxon traditions.
Edvin currently ranks #3,395 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2006.
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