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UK boy's name

Edin

A Bosnian name meaning "unique" or "uncommon".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Edin is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Edin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4107, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 7 births.

This profile covers 44 England and Wales registrations across 10 recorded years from 2004 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 57% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 44 living people in the UK are called Edin. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Edin ranked #4107 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2014, when 7 boys were registered as Edin.
  • About 44 living people in the UK are estimated to have Edin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4107

2023

Births in 2023

4

Latest year

Peak year

2014

7 births

Estimated living

44

2026

Meaning

What does Edin mean?

The given name Edin has its origins in several ancient languages and cultures. It is believed to be derived from the Hebrew name Eden, which means "delight" or "paradise." The name is closely associated with the biblical Garden of Eden, a symbolic representation of a blissful and idyllic state.

In Slavic languages, such as Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian, the name Edin is a variant of the name Adin, which is also derived from the Hebrew Eden. This name has been in use in the Balkan region for centuries and has been borne by notable individuals throughout history.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Edin can be found in the Qur'an, the holy book of Islam. The Qur'an mentions the Garden of Eden, referred to as Jannat al-Adn, which is believed to be the source of the name.

In the 13th century, Edin Anawati, an Arab philosopher and theologian, was born in Damascus. He was known for his work on Islamic philosophy and his contributions to the study of Arabic texts.

During the 15th century, Edin Halil, a Bosnian writer and poet, gained recognition for his literary works. His poetry explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, and he is celebrated as one of the most influential poets of his time.

In the 16th century, Edin Mehmed Pasha, an Ottoman statesman and military commander, played a significant role in the Ottoman Empire's expansion and conquest of various regions in Europe and the Middle East.

In the 19th century, Edin Namatian, an Armenian playwright and writer, made a notable contribution to the development of Armenian literature. His plays and writings explored social and political themes, reflecting the struggles and aspirations of the Armenian people.

Edin Džeko, a Bosnian professional footballer, born in 1986, has achieved international recognition for his skills and achievements on the field. He has represented Bosnia and Herzegovina in various international tournaments and has played for several prestigious clubs, including Manchester City and Roma.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Edin throughout history. The name has transcended cultural and linguistic boundaries, carrying with it the symbolism of delight, paradise, and spiritual significance.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Edin over time

The chart below shows babies named Edin registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Edin, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2023, compared with 7 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Edin
02457200420132023

Decades

Edin by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Edin was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #4116 12 3
2010s #3702 28 6
2000s #3009 4 1

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FAQ

Edin: questions and answers

How popular is the name Edin in the UK right now?

In 2023, Edin was ranked #4107 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Edin most popular?

The peak year on record was 2014, with 7 babies registered as Edin in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Edin?

A Bosnian name meaning "unique" or "uncommon".

How many people are called Edin in the UK?

A total of 44 babies have been registered as Edin across the 10 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.