Edwin vs Timothy

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Edwin Rank #383
Timothy Rank #208

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 vs #383 for Edwin.

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

Timothy ___

  • Timothy James
  • Timothy John
  • Timothy Lee
  • Timothy Michael
  • Timothy Allen
  • Timothy Paul

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Edwin

Arthur Herbert Dorothy Mabel Florence

If you choose Timothy

Matthew Stephen Rebecca Rachel Elizabeth

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Timothy more popular?

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Timothy mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Edwin and Timothy boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Timothy is primarily a boy name.

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