Edwin vs Melvin

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
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Win

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Melvin

Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#876
Total SSA Count
275
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mel

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Edwin Rank #383
Melvin Rank #876

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #876 for Melvin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edwin ___

  • Edwin James
  • Edwin Charles
  • Edwin Allen
  • Edwin Albert
  • Edwin Lee
  • Edwin Francis

Melvin ___

  • Melvin James
  • Melvin Ray
  • Melvin Lee
  • Melvin Wayne
  • Melvin Dean
  • Melvin Scott

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Edwin

Arthur Herbert Dorothy Mabel Florence

If you choose Melvin

Dennis Gary Roger Carol Shirley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Melvin more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Melvin at #876 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Melvin mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin).

Are Edwin and Melvin boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Melvin is primarily a boy name.

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