Edwin vs Ellis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

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Edwin Rank #383

Ellis Rank #273

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #383 for Edwin.

Is Edwin or Ellis more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Ellis mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Edwin and Ellis boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.