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King vs Edwin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

King Rank #343
Edwin Rank #383

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #383 for Edwin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is King or Edwin more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do King and Edwin mean?

King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are King and Edwin boy or girl names?

King is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.

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