A list of names related to the given name Edwina organized by relationship Popularity in the United States. ― Sybil_Kelly 11/2/2016 I have positive associations with this name, because the main character of Jennifer Saunder's hilarious TV series Absolutely Fabulous was originally named Edwina Margaret Rose Monsoon before she changed her name to Edina. After the Norman Conquest the name was not popular, but it was eventually revived in the 19th century. 1890 1900 1910 1920 1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 0.040% 0.032% 0.024% 0.016% 0.008% 1880 2018 She is nearly always called Eddy on the show except by her mother, who continues to call her Edwina. A family tree displaying the names related to the given name Edwina This was the name of a 7th-century Northumbrian king, regarded as a saint. ". Means "rich friend", from the Old English elements ead "wealth, fortune" and wine "friend". A name opinions message board post on the subject "Edwina!