"heart's friend, chosen friend"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Corwin
Pronunciation: [ k-AWRW-ihn ]
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"white heart, blessed heart"
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The Story of Corwin
Corwin derives from the Welsh and Old English elements 'cor' meaning heart or the round hill, and 'win' or 'gwyn' meaning white, blessed, or friend. It may also relate to the Old English 'corwine' meaning heart's friend or chosen friend. The name has a distinctly Celtic-British feel and appears in American literary tradition through Roger Zelazny's fantasy Chronicles of Amber series.
Corwin is a quietly distinctive name that has never been trendy, giving it a timeless quality. It appeals to parents who love Arthurian-sounding names, fantasy literature fans (particularly Zelazny readers), and those who want a strong but uncommon surname-style name.
In Welsh tradition, names combining 'cor' and 'gwyn' elements appear throughout Arthurian legend. The name has modern literary significance through Corwin of Amber, the immortal prince protagonist of Roger Zelazny's acclaimed fantasy series.
Historical Record
Corwin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 3,544 babies have been named Corwin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Corwin is past its peak , currently ranked #4,374 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Corwin of Amber is the narrator-protagonist of Roger Zelazny's 10-book Chronicles of Amber fantasy series
- The name combines two ancient Celtic elements — cor (heart) and gwyn (white/blessed) — that appear throughout Welsh mythology
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Popularity Over Time
#4,374
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Peaked 1969
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,374
- Total SSA Count
- 24
- Cultural Origins
- Welsh English Irish American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Cor
Win
Corv
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Frequently Asked Questions About Corwin
What does the name Corwin mean?
"heart's friend, chosen friend" (from Old English). "white heart, blessed heart" (from Welsh). Corwin derives from the Welsh and Old English elements 'cor' meaning heart or the round hill, and 'win' or 'gwyn' meaning white, blessed, or friend. It may also relate to the Old English 'corwine' meaning heart's friend or chosen friend. The name has a distinctly Celtic-British feel and appears in American literary tradition through Roger Zelazny's fantasy Chronicles of Amber series.
What is the origin of the name Corwin?
Corwin has Old English, Welsh, English, Irish, and American origins. In Old English, it means "heart's friend, chosen friend". In Welsh, it means "white heart, blessed heart".
Is Corwin a boy or girl name?
Corwin is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Corwin?
Corwin is pronounced k-AWRW-ihn.
How popular is the name Corwin?
Corwin is currently ranked #4374 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Corwin?
Common nicknames for Corwin include Cor, Win, and Corv.
What are good middle names for Corwin?
Popular middle name pairings include Corwin James, Corwin Lee, Corwin Scott, Corwin Thomas, Corwin Reed, and Corwin Blake.
What are good sibling names for Corwin?
Names that pair well with Corwin as siblings include Gawain, Tristan, Isolde, Merlin, Arwen, and Aldric.
How many syllables does Corwin have?
Corwin has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Corwin a common or rare name?
Corwin is an uncommon name, ranked #4374 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Corwin
Corwin is a boy name with Welsh, English, Irish, and American origins . The name means "heart's friend, chosen friend" in Old English .
Corwin is currently ranked #4,374 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Corwin has 2 syllables and is pronounced k-AWRW-ihn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Corwin include Cor, Win, and Corv. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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