Ælfwine
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Ælfwine is an Old English name meaning "Elf-friend". The names Alvin and Elvis are modern descendants. The name can refer to:
In history:
- Ælfwine of Deira (c. 661 - 679), child-King of Deira
- Ælfwine of Elmham, bishop of Elmham and Dunwich
- Ælfwine of Winchester, early 11th century Bishop of Winchester
In fiction:
- Ælfwine of England, an early character in fantasy writings of J. R. R. Tolkien
See also:
- Elfwine (disambiguation)