Derwin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Derwin originates from Old English, with a meaning of 'dear friend' or 'beloved friend.' The name has evolved through several historical forms, reflecting its roots in the language. It currently conveys traits of warmth and friendliness, and it does not have a biblical connection. Derwin gained popularity in the 20th century and remains a unique choice today.
The name Derwin is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South 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, Derwin has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, 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 South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Derwin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3102nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2772nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 925th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 941st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2119th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3260th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5970th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Derwin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Derwin"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɜr.wɪn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Derwin is derived from the Old English elements 'deor,' meaning 'animal' or 'deer,' and 'wine,' meaning 'friend.' Therefore, it can be interpreted as 'dear friend' or 'beloved friend.'
Meaning
dear friend, beloved friend
Language Evolution
Deorwine, Derwyn, Derwin
Historical Usage
Derwin gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern name reflecting a combination of traditional elements.
Variants & Derivatives
Derwyn, Derrin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Derwin is seen as a unique and modern name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Derwin James (American football player), Derwin Hines (American musician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Derwin"
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 "Derwin"
"Derwin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3102nd of 7545 | 114 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2772nd of 6773 | 138 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 925th of 7552 | 1,219 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 941st of 10718 | 1,180 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2119th of 16616 | 507 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3260th of 24088 | 484 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5970th of 23106 | 175 |
Regional Popularity of "Derwin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
34.22% 762nd/2227 |
41.81% 1016th/2430 |
28.95% 826th/2853 |
29.55% 820th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
36.09% 1060th/2937 |
27.02% 941st/3483 |
22.31% 785th/3518 |
33.58% 1358th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
48.23% 2505th/5194 |
43.56% 2752nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
56.41% 2913th/5164 |
34.30% 2508th/7313 |
62.48% 4663rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
59.57% 4064th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Derwin" 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 "Derwin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Derwin" 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.