Edwin Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Edwin Name at a Glance

Name	Edwin
Meaning	Happy friend.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Edwin Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Edwin means “Happy 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.

Edwin Name Origin

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

Is Edwin a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Edwin

When considering Edwin for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.