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Edwin vs Wells

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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Wells

Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#377
Total SSA Count
865
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edwin Rank #383
Wells Rank #377

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 vs #383 for Edwin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Wells more popular?

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Wells mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Edwin and Wells boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.

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