Alwin
a male given name.
Historical Examples
Alwin looked towards the Hills in silence, with a rapt face, on which the glory seemed reflected.
Left to Ourselves Catharine Shaw
Plainly, Alwin Bushnell was puzzled, and not a little amazed.
Frank Merriwell Down South Burt L. Standish
What does it mean, Alwin, when it says, ‘Needeth not save to wash his feet?’
Left to Ourselves Catharine Shaw
In the year 1094 deceased Alwin Childe, founder of this house.
The Survey of London John Stow
Thereto likewise came Alwin decked out in his best raiment, and many others were there apparelled also in their best.
The Sagas of Olaf Tryggvason and of Harald The Tyrant (Harald Haardraade) Snorri Sturluson
Mrs. Alwin speaks the English, French, and German languages.
Fiends, Ghosts, and Sprites John Nettin Radcliffe
Now there was a man in her dominions whose name was Alwin, a mighty champion & holmgangsman.
The Sagas of Olaf Tryggvason and of Harald The Tyrant (Harald Haardraade) Snorri Sturluson
Edred seemed to be only half awake, and he grumbled an impatient answer; but Alwin shook him with a despairing cry.
Left to Ourselves Catharine Shaw
Alwin had just sufficient strength left to clasp the feet of his Deliverer with a cry of love, but Edred neither spoke nor moved.
Left to Ourselves Catharine Shaw
He would not leave those whom He has delivered at such a price to perish in the final water, Alwin.
Left to Ourselves Catharine Shaw
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