Will my child share the name Godwin with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 10 UK babies named Godwin per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Godwin in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Godwin becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Godwin is rising: up 2,339 places since 2020, to #2,269 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #1,224 in 2006.

Is Godwin a good choice for a distinctive name?

Godwin is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Godwin a popular baby name in the United States?

Godwin does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Godwin

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Godwin is a distinctive choice, ranked #2269 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Godwin in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Godwin

Godwin is climbing rapidly up the charts, having climbed 1686 places in just five years. Its best recorded rank was #1224 in 2006 — and current momentum suggests it could challenge that mark again. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Godwin is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Godwin in their class.