Elwina
Meaning: Elf friend — a name of beauty and strength
Origin: French
Gender: Girl
Rank in Sweden: #2760
Total births: 11
History: Elwina emerged from the Swedish heartland of Strängnäs, steeped in Ingmar Bergman's cinematic masterpieces. It blooms like birch forests glowing golden in autumn and celebrates the tradition of Midsommar celebrations around the maypole. The name holds the warmth of sammanhållning — the unity of family and neighbors.
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| Current rank (2018) | #1924 |
| Babies named Elwina in 2018 | 2 |
| Total recorded in Sweden | 11 |
| Peak year | 2013 (5 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #923 |
| Years in records | 2011–2018 (4 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 1001 spots |
Frequently asked about Elwina
What does the name Elwina mean?
Elwina means “Elf friend — a name of beauty and strength” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Elwina?
Elwina has French origin. The traditional meaning is “Elf friend — a name of beauty and strength”.
How popular is Elwina in Sweden?
Elwina ranked #1924 in Sweden in 2018 — given to 2 babies that year.
Is Elwina a boy or girl name?
Elwina is predominantly a girls' name in Sweden — over 90% of Elwinas in registered births are female.
Is the name Elwina rising or falling in popularity?
Elwina has fallen 1001 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Sweden — from #923 in 2013 to #1924 in 2018.