Edvin
2025 SSA
About Edvin
Edvin is a masculine name of Scandinavian and Slavic origin, representing a variant of Edwin. Derived from Old English elements 'ead' meaning 'wealth, fortune' and 'wine' meaning 'friend,' Edvin translates to 'rich friend' or 'wealthy friend.' Particularly popular in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and parts of Eastern Europe, Edvin offers a modern-sounding alternative to Edwin while maintaining its historical roots. The name carries connotations of prosperity, loyalty, and friendship. Edvin has experienced periodic surges in popularity across Northern Europe and remains a steady choice in Scandinavian countries. Its concise form and smooth pronunciation make it appealing internationally, while its subtle difference from the more common Edwin gives it a distinctive quality that many parents appreciate.
Pronounced ED-vin.
As of October 2026, Edvin ranked #3395 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2326 in 2006.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,043 | 25 | 13 |
| 2015 | #4,010 | 26 | 13.6 |
| 2016 | #4,662 | 21 | 11.1 |
| 2017 | #3,466 | 32 | 17.3 |
| 2018 | #3,630 | 30 | 16.5 |
| 2019 | #3,157 | 37 | 20.6 |
| 2020 | #4,048 | 25 | 14.5 |
| 2021 | #3,520 | 32 | 18.3 |
| 2022 | #3,711 | 30 | 17.2 |
| 2023 | #3,814 | 29 | 17 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | #3,395 | 34 | 19.9 |
World rankings
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- Edvin Laine
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Norwegian gymnast
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Danish actor and film director
- Edvin Wide
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