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Goodwin

GUUD-wihn

Goodwin (name) means an old English given name, formed from words meaning "good" and "friend," now more common as a surname. Example: “The Goodwin family has lived in this town for generations.”

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An old English given name, formed from words meaning "good" and "friend," now more common as a surname.

"The Goodwin family has lived in this town for generations."

How to use Goodwin

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA traditional English surname (and rare first name) meaning roughly "good friend."

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Etymology

From Old English gōd ("good") and wine ("friend").

Origin: Old English

Rhymes for Goodwin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Goodwin” mean?

The word “Goodwin” means an old English given name, formed from words meaning "good" and "friend," now more common as a surname. In plain terms, a traditional English surname (and rare first name) meaning roughly "good friend.".

How do you pronounce “Goodwin”?

“Goodwin” is pronounced GUUD-wihn (/ˈɡʊdwɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Goodwin” in a sentence?

Here is “Goodwin” used in a sentence: “The Goodwin family has lived in this town for generations.”

What part of speech is “Goodwin”?

“Goodwin” is a name.

Where does the word “Goodwin” come from?

The word “Goodwin” comes from Old English. From Old English gōd ("good") and wine ("friend").

Is “Goodwin” a common word?

“Goodwin” is an uncommon word in modern English.