Edwina Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Edwina Name at a Glance

Name	Edwina
Meaning	Feminine form of Edwin: Rich in friendship, or wealthy friend. From the Old English name Eadwine, meaning rich or happy, and friend.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Edwina Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Edwina means “Feminine form of Edwin: Rich in friendship, or wealthy friend. From the Old English name Eadwine, meaning rich or happy, and friend”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Edwina Name Origin

Our database records Edwina under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Edwina a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Edwina is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Edwina

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