Pronunciation |
/ˈɛdwɪn/ Spanish: [ˈeðwin] Dutch: [ˈɛdʋɪn] |
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Gender | Male |
Name day |
Poland: 11 March, France, Germany, United States: 12 October |
Meaning | Rich Friend |
Region of origin | England |
Related names | Audun, Edvin, Edwina |
The name Edwin means "rich friend". It comes from the Old English elements "ead" (rich, blessed) and "wine" (friend). The original Anglo-Saxon form is Eadwine, which is also found for Anglo-Saxon figures.
Edwin may refer to: