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Collin vs Edwin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Collin Rank #490
Edwin Rank #383

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #490 for Collin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Collin or Edwin more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Collin at #490 in the United States.

What do Collin and Edwin mean?

Collin means "young creature, cub" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are Collin and Edwin boy or girl names?

Collin is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.

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