Edvin

Edvin is a masculine given name, most commonly used in Nordic countries. It is a Scandinavian variant of the English name Edwin and appears in Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, and Finnish naming practices, among others. The form is typically considered traditional and straightforward in local languages.

The name Edvin derives from the Old English Eadwine, from elements meaning wealth or fortune (ead) and friend (wine). As a Scandinavian adaptation, the spelling and pronunciation align with regional phonology, producing a distinct but related name to Edwin.

In usage, Edvin has longstanding roots in the Nordic naming pool and remains in regular use today. It is often chosen for its classic feel and clear, pronounceable form across secular and religious contexts. The name tends to be associated with simplicity and reliability in contemporary naming trends.

Variants and related names include Edwin, the English form from which Edvin is derived. Other related names in the broader family include similar cognates in other languages, such as Edvard in some regions, which share the same Old English origin. Pronunciation and spelling can vary by country, but Edvin remains recognizable across Nordic languages as a distinct, traditional form of Edwin.