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Edwin vs Lian

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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Lian

Boy #515 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"graceful willow"

Origin: Chinese (alternate character)

Cultural Roots

Chinese American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#515
Total SSA Count
594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edwin Rank #383
Lian Rank #515

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #515 for Lian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Lian more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Lian at #515 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Lian mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Lian means "graceful willow" (Chinese (alternate character) origin).

Are Edwin and Lian boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Lian is primarily a boy name.

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