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Edwina

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Pronounced ed-WEE-nah /ɛdˈwiː.nə/Medium

Meaning: From the Old English Eadwine, 'rich friend; prosperous friend' — the feminine of Edwin. A vintage, dignified classic.Low

In 30 seconds: A vintage classic: Edwina means 'rich friend' (said 'ed-WEE-nah'). Dignified and warm.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningFrom the Old English Eadwine, 'rich friend; prosperous friend' — the feminine of Edwin. A vintage, dignified classic.
U.S. rank (2024)#15889 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1943
Total births (all-time)≈ 15,457

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 194318812024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Edwina draws on the Old English Eadwine, 'rich friend,' as the feminine of Edwin. Vintage and dignified — rare in the U.S. today (said 'ed-WEE-nah').

It appears rarely now, a vintage-revival candidate. Rare, dignified, and warm.

Did you know? Edwina is the feminine of Edwin, from the Old English for 'rich friend; prosperous friend' — a dignified, vintage classic with quiet warmth (said 'ed-WEE-nah').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Edwina — Old English Eadwine 'rich friend'; feminine of Edwin

Variations

EdwynaEdweenaEdwina

Nicknames

EddieWinnie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Edwina mean?

Edwina is Old English for 'rich friend; prosperous friend,' the feminine of Edwin.

How do you pronounce Edwina?

It's said ed-WEE-nah /ɛdˈwiː.nə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Edwina a boy or girl name?

Edwina is a girl's name.

How popular is Edwina?

Edwina is a rare, vintage name in the U.S.

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