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Origin and Meaning of Edwin

Gender

Masculine

Origin of Edwin

Old English

Usage of Edwin

English, Swedish

Meaning of Edwin

The name Edwin is derived from the Old English elements "ead" - "riches, prosperity" and "wine" - "friend".

Famous bearers

A bearer is Edwin of Northumbria (586 - 632/633), the King of Northumbria and Christian saint.

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