Alwin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alwin originates from Old English, meaning 'elf friend'. It has evolved through various forms in the English language, retaining its charming qualities. While it has no biblical significance, its historical usage peaked in medieval times and has recently gained renewed interest. Variants include Alwyn and Alvin, and it is associated with a positive image in modern contexts.
The name Alwin is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alwin has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Alwin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1748th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2343rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2857th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5593rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9851st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9621st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11007th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Alwin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alwin"
Pronunciation
/ˈæl.wɪn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Alwin is derived from the Old English elements 'aelf' meaning 'elf' and 'wine' meaning 'friend'. It reflects a blend of supernatural and amicable qualities.
Meaning
Elf friend
Language Evolution
Ælfwynn (Old English), Alwin (Middle English), Alwyn (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Alwin saw usage in medieval England and has experienced a resurgence in interest in recent years due to a trend towards traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Alwyn, Alwynn, Alvin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Alwin is viewed as a classic and somewhat unique name, appealing to those who appreciate historical and mythical connections.
Famous People
Alwin Nikolais, an influential American dancer and choreographer, Alwin van der Linde, a Dutch artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alwin"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alwin"
"Alwin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1748th of 7545 | 307 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2343rd of 6773 | 188 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2857th of 7552 | 157 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5593rd of 10718 | 51 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9851st of 16616 | 34 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9621st of 24088 | 92 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11007th of 23106 | 61 |
Regional Popularity of "Alwin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
79.45% 1125th/1416 |
- | - |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
78.86% 1227th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alwin" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alwin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alwin" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.