Edwina

Edwina is a feminine given name of English origin, the female form of Edwin. It is commonly linked to Old English elements often interpreted as ead meaning wealth or fortune, and wine or wynn meaning friend, though etymological details vary. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since at least the 19th century, with its popularity peaking in the late Victorian and Edwardian eras; in modern times it remains relatively uncommon but in occasional use.

Notable people named Edwina include Edwina Mountbatten, Countess Mountbatten of Burma (1901–1960), a British philanthropist and socialite who was married to Louis Mountbatten, 1st Earl Mountbatten of Burma. Another prominent bearer is Edwina Currie (born 1946), a British Conservative politician and journalist who served as a minister in the late 1980s. The name has also appeared in various works of fiction and media but is not strongly associated with a particular character or franchise.

Edwina continues to be encountered in English-speaking contexts, though it remains a relatively rare choice for newborns in the 21st century. Variants and related names include Edwine and Edwinine, though these are uncommon.