Baldwin

Q: How popular is the name Baldwin?

Baldwin is ranked #19715 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ b-AWLDW-uhn ]

Boy Name #19,715 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Baldwin is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced b-AWLDW-uhn.

Parents who love the name Baldwin often also consider Cletus, Mackie, Erasmus .

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Popularity Over Time

#19,715

Current Rank

Peaked 1965 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #19,715
Total SSA Count: 6

Nicknames

Bal Bay Balie Baldie

Middle Name Ideas

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Baldwin Bennett

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Baldwin Brooks

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Baldwin Angel

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Baldwin Jayden

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Baldwin Charles

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Baldwin Adriel

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Baldwin Dominic

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Baldwin Diego

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Baldwin Damian

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Baldwin Andrew

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Frequently Asked Questions About Baldwin

Is Baldwin a boy or girl name?

Baldwin is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Baldwin?

Baldwin is pronounced b-AWLDW-uhn.

How popular is the name Baldwin?

Baldwin is currently ranked #19715 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Baldwin?

Common nicknames for Baldwin include Bal, Bay, Balie, and Baldie.

Is Baldwin a common or rare name?

Baldwin is an uncommon name, ranked #19715 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Baldwin

Baldwin is a boy name .

Baldwin is currently ranked #19,715 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Baldwin include Bal, Bay, Balie, and Baldie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.