Edwin

The meaning of Edwin is ‘rich friend’. An English name, the original Anglo-Saxon form for this name is Eadwine. Other meanings for this name are ‘happy’ and ‘prosperous’. Adding to the rich history of the name, Edwin was also the name of the King of Northumbria, who was later converted to Christianity. In Spanish, the meaning of Edwin is translated as a ‘king’ or a ‘male monarch’. In Tudor times, Edwin Booth was an actor famous for his performances in Shakespearean plays. Another famous figure with the name is Edwin Aldrin. He is an American astronaut, engineer, and pilot who, along with the mission commander Neil Armstrong, was one of the first men to land on the moon. Another prominent Edwin was Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens. He was an English architect who was known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to his era.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

wealthy friend

Origin

English

Numerology

E is for excellence, your passion, your drive.

D is for dandy, a description of you!

W is for wise, more tomorrow that today.

I is for interest, you show in others.

N is for noble, your regal bearing.

Lucky

Edwin lucky number is 1.

1 symbolizes a pioneering spirit, independent nature, and innate leadership capabilities. On a bad day, 1 can be a bit bossy or boastful, hiding any insecurities behind over-developed self-importance. 1 must remember that although it is first, it can very quickly become the loneliest number. Even the most autonomous 1s need the support of their friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Edwin

• Saint Edwin of Northumbria King of Deira and Bernicia
• Edwin McMasters Stanton U.S. Secretary of War during the Civil War
• Edwin Herbert Land American inventor of Polaroid
• Edwin Eugene "Buzz" Aldrin American astronaut
• Edwin McCain American singer,songwriter

Edwin in Pop Culture

• Edwin Epps sadistic slaveowner in "12 Years a Slave" (2013 film)
• "The Mystery of Edwin Drood " Charles Dickens's final novel
• Edwin Leeford Oliver Twist's father (betrayed his mother, Agnes)
• Dr. Edwin Jenner minor character from season 2 of "The Walking Dead"
• Edwin Slippery character on "Fortysomething"