Eivin

♂ Boy

Pronounced AY-vin /ˈeɪ.vɪn/Medium

Meaning: A form of the Scandinavian Eivind/Eyvind, from Old Norse elements read as 'lucky warrior' or 'island fighter' (ey, 'island; luck,' + vindr). A crisp Nordic name.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp Nordic name: Eivin means 'lucky warrior; island fighter' (said 'AY-vin'). Strong and clean.

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Origin MediumNorse

MeaningA form of the Scandinavian Eivind/Eyvind, from Old Norse elements read as 'lucky warrior' or 'island fighter' (ey, 'island; luck,' + vindr). A crisp Nordic name.

U.S. rank (2025)#12555 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2015

Total births (all-time)≈ 362

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Eivin draws on the Norse Eivind/Eyvind ('island; luck' + 'fighter'), 'lucky warrior; island fighter.' A clean, strong Nordic name — rare in the U.S. (said 'AY-vin').

It appears rarely in the U.S., familiar in Scandinavia. Rare, sturdy, and clean.

Did you know? Eivin is a form of the Scandinavian Eivind, from Old Norse elements read as 'lucky warrior' or 'island fighter' — a crisp, sturdy Nordic name (said 'AY-vin').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Eivin — Norse Eivind; 'lucky warrior; island fighter'

Variations

EivindEyvindEvin

Nicknames

EiVin

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Eivin mean?

Eivin is a form of the Norse Eivind, read as 'lucky warrior' or 'island fighter.'

How do you pronounce Eivin?

It's said AY-vin /ˈeɪ.vɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Eivin a boy or girl name?

Eivin is a boy's name.

How popular is Eivin?

Eivin is a rare name for boys in the U.S.