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Edwin vs Dorian

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

Edwin Rank #383
Dorian Rank #539

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #539 for Dorian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Dorian more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Dorian at #539 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Dorian mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Dorian means "descendant of Dorus, Dorian Greek" (Greek origin).

Are Edwin and Dorian boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Dorian is primarily a boy name.

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