Godwin

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Godwin Pronunciation

Godwin is pronounced GOD-win /ˈɡɒd.wɪn/High

Meaning: From Old English god, 'God', plus wine, 'a friend'; 'a friend of God; God's friend'Medium

In 30 seconds: A friend of God: Godwin is Old English for 'a friend of God'. Crisp, devout, and warm.

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Origin MediumEnglish

MeaningFrom Old English god, 'God', plus wine, 'a friend'; 'a friend of God; God's friend'

U.S. rank (2024)#6257 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births14 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2011

Total births (all-time)≈ 563

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Godwin comes from Old English god, 'God', plus wine, 'a friend' — 'a friend of God; God's friend'. Earl Godwin of Wessex was a powerful Anglo-Saxon figure, father of King Harold. A crisp, devout name, much-loved in Nigerian and African Christian families (nickname Win).

In the U.S. it appears in Nigerian and devout families. Rare, a-friend-of-God at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Godwin means 'a friend of God; God's friend' (Old English god, 'God', plus wine, 'a friend') — a crisp, devout name (Earl Godwin of Anglo-Saxon England; said 'GOD-win').

Overall data confidence 65%

Behind the Name — Godwin — root etymology

Variations

GodwineGoodwin

Nicknames

Win

Themes & Styles

English Devout

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Godwin?

Godwin is pronounced GOD-win (/ˈɡɒd.wɪn/). Press play above to hear Godwin said aloud.

How do you say Godwin?

Godwin is said GOD-win (/ˈɡɒd.wɪn/). Press play above to hear Godwin said aloud.

What does the name Godwin mean?

Godwin is Old English for 'a friend of God; God's friend'.

Is Godwin a boy or girl name?

Godwin is a boy's name.

How popular is Godwin?

Godwin is a rare name in the U.S.