Elwin

Pronunciation: [ EHLW-ihn ]

Boy Name #6,714 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Elwin is a boy name, recorded for 13 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced EHLW-ihn.

Parents who love the name Elwin often also consider Elizabeth, Ella, Ellen .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #6,714
Total SSA Count: 13

Nicknames

Elw Ely Elwie

Also a Girl Name

Elwin is also used as a girl name, ranked #67121.

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Elizabeth Ella Ellen Elsie Eliza Eleanor Elva Elnora

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Frequently Asked Questions About Elwin

Is Elwin a boy or girl name?

Elwin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #6714. As a girl name, it is ranked #67121. Elwin is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Elwin?

Elwin is pronounced EHLW-ihn.

How popular is the name Elwin?

Elwin is currently ranked #6714 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Elwin?

Common nicknames for Elwin include Elw, Ely, and Elwie.

Is Elwin a common or rare name?

Elwin is an uncommon name, ranked #6714 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Elwin

Elwin is a boy name .

Is Elwin a boy or girl name? Elwin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,714 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #67,121. Elwin is more commonly used as a boy name.

Elwin is currently ranked #6,714 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Elwin include Elw, Ely, and Elwie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.