Elwin
Old English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Elwin
Elwin means "old friend" or "noble friend," derived from the Old English elements "ael" (old, noble) and "wine" (friend).
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Etymology
Elwin means "old friend" or "noble friend," derived from the Old English elements "ael" (old, noble) and "wine" (friend). The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and Germanic traditions, with roots in Anglo-Saxon heritage and no strong association with any particular religion.
Elwin currently ranks #4,907 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1923.
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