How Many People Are Named Alwyn?

Complete statistics for the name Alwyn: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Alwyn
Very Rare
Welsh

Alwyn, a very rare male name, is held by just 348 people in the US today, making up 1 in 948,038 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 2021 with 34 births, but its current trend shows it's becoming more popular among younger generations.

~348
Living in US
1 in 948,038
Americans
2021
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Welsh noble
🌐
Origin
Welsh
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Dignified Resolute Noble
3
Life Path Number

Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and optimism.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

17,987
Worldwide Bearers
#40,849
Global Rank
🇿🇦 South Africa
6,528
🇬🇧 England
2,997
🇬🇧 Wales
1,273
🇺🇸 United States
1,206
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
758
🇮🇳 India
655
🇵🇭 Philippines
601
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
431
🇯🇲 Jamaica
425
🇨🇦 Canada
349

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
342 (98%)
♀ Female
6 (2%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 69
173
Would be under 30 (24%)
61
Would be 30–60 (8%)
496
Would be over 60 (68%)

All 730 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2021

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
84
Classic Feel
18
Modern Appeal
100
International
97

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Alwyn Through the Generations

Alwyn's journey through the generations reveals a name that's been around but hasn't seen widespread usage until recently. With only 730 total births recorded since records began, it's clear that Alwyn is a name that's been favored by a select few. As of now, there are 348 people named Alwyn living in the United States, with a significant majority, 68%, being over 60 years old. This age skew suggests that while the name is gaining traction among younger parents, it still carries a certain nostalgia for those born in earlier decades. The average age of 69 further emphasizes this generational gap, indicating that Alwyn is a name that's both rooted in tradition and looking towards the future.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 18
California 5

✨ Similar Names to Alwyn

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Alwyn's Welsh roots

📄 About the Name Alwyn

How Many People Have the Name Alwyn?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 348 people in the United States currently share the name Alwyn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 948,038 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Alwyn a Common or Rare Name?

Alwyn is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Alwyn Mean?

Alwyn means "Welsh noble" and comes from Welsh origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Alwyn in SSA data, approximately 98% are male and 2% are female.

When Was Alwyn Most Popular?

The name Alwyn reached peak popularity in 2021, with 34 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Alwyn?

Approximately 348 people named Alwyn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 730. That works out to roughly 1 in 948,038 Americans.

Is Alwyn a rare name?

Alwyn is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 948,038 Americans has this name.

What does the name Alwyn mean?

Alwyn means "Welsh noble" and comes from Welsh origins.

Is Alwyn more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 98% of people named Alwyn are male and 2% are female.

When was Alwyn most popular?

Alwyn peaked in 2021 with 34 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US348
All-Time Births730
1 in X1 in 948,038
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age69
Peak Year2021
World Rank#40,849
Male %98%
Female %2%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.