Elwin
boy name#4857 in 2025Elwin entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #462 in 1914, ranks #4857 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1882–2025
#4857
rank today
#462
peak (1914)
20
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #806 |
| 1890s | #796 |
| 1900s | #814 |
| 1910s | #566 |
| 1920s | #536 |
| 1930s | #670 |
| 1940s | #853 |
| 1950s | #1092 |
| 1960s | #1812 |
| 1970s | #3013 |
| 1980s | #3924 |
| 1990s | #4729 |
| 2000s | #6261 |
| 2010s | #7072 |
| 2020s | #6085 |
Living bearers
About 1,600 people named Elwin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elwin alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elwin in 2025?
- Elwin ranks #4857 among US boy names in 2025, with 20 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elwin most popular?
- Elwin peaked in 1914, reaching #462 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elwin with classmates?
- Elwin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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