Oswin
From Old English elements meaning "god" and "friend": together, "friend of god".
Meaning and origin
Oswin belonged to the same generation of Northumbrian royal names as Oswald: a seventh-century king of the sub-kingdom of Deira carrying the name was praised by the historian Bede for his modesty and generosity, and was…
How to pronounce Oswin
| English (US) | AHZ-win /ˈɑːzwɪn/ |
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