Find out how popular the first name Carwin has been for the last 20 years (from 1978 to 1997) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Carwin by gender

Based on the last 20 years of data, Carwin is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1997, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Carwin.

The history of the first name Carwin

The name Carwin is of English origin and can be traced back to the 16th century. It is believed to be a variant of the name Kerwin, which is derived from the Old English words "cær" meaning "beloved" and "wine" meaning "friend." Carwin, therefore, can be interpreted as "beloved friend" or "dear friend."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Carwin appears in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Beverley, Yorkshire, England, in the year 1589, where a Carwin Fairfax was mentioned. This suggests that the name was in use during the Elizabethan era.

In literature, the name Carwin is featured in Charles Brockden Brown's novel "Wieland; or, The Transformation," published in 1798. In the novel, Carwin is the name of a biloquist (a ventriloquist) who plays a significant role in the story's events.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Carwin. One of the earliest recorded was Carwin Reynoldson (1570-1632), an English clergyman and author who served as the Archdeacon of Richmond and wrote several religious works.

Another prominent figure was Carwin Ray Darling (1884-1962), an American lawyer and politician who served as the 39th Governor of Wisconsin from 1937 to 1939.

In the world of sports, Carwin Herbert Young (1912-1993) was an American baseball player who played as an outfielder for the Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Browns in the 1930s and 1940s.

More recently, Carwin Bynoe (born 1983) is a professional boxer from Guyana who has competed in the super heavyweight division and won several regional titles.

Carwin Shad Sangster (born 1983) is a Jamaican sprinter who specializes in the 400-meter dash and has represented Jamaica in multiple Olympic Games and World Championships.

While not an exhaustive list, these examples demonstrate the historical presence and use of the name Carwin across various fields and time periods.

Data source

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