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Alwyn (male)

Derivative of:Alvin (M)
Can be spelt:Alwin (M) Aylwin (M)
Feminine form:Alwyne (F)
   
Source(s): The Oxford Names Companion, OUP
"Scottish Forenames" - Donald Whyte, FGH, FSG
Notes:

English derivative of Alvin, from Old English "elf-friend" or "noble friend".
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