Elwin vs Bud

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elwin

Boy #6,714 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"elf friend, friend of the elves"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #6,573 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"brother, friend"

Origin: American English informal

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Elwin Rank #6,714

Bud Rank #6,573

Bud is more popular, ranked #6573 vs #6714 for Elwin.

Is Elwin or Bud more popular?

Bud is more popular, ranked #6573 compared to Elwin at #6714 in the United States.

What do Elwin and Bud mean?

Elwin means "elf friend, friend of the elves" (Old English origin). Bud means "brother, friend" (American English informal origin).

Are Elwin and Bud boy or girl names?

Elwin is primarily a boy name. Bud is primarily a boy name.