Bronwen

Bronwen: name meaning, origin and popularity

Girl nameWelsh origin

Meaning and origin of Bronwen

  • A female given name from Welsh.

Etymology

Borrowed from Welsh Bronwen.

How popular is Bronwen?

10U.S. babies in 2025
#2779peak rank (1947)
872babies since 1880

Since 1880, 872 girls in the U.S. have been named Bronwen. Its highest rank for girls was #2779 in 1947. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Bronwen FAQ

What does the name Bronwen mean?

A female given name from Welsh. Borrowed from Welsh Bronwen.

What is the origin of the name Bronwen?

Bronwen is listed as a name of Welsh origin.

How popular is the name Bronwen?

Since 1880, 872 girls in the U.S. have been named Bronwen. Its highest rank for girls was #2779 in 1947. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Bronwen a boy or girl name?

Bronwen is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 872 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.