Bronwyn

Bronwyn: name meaning, origin and popularity

Girl nameWelsh origin

Meaning and origin of Bronwyn

  • A female given name from Welsh.

Etymology

Borrowed from Welsh Bronwen.

How popular is Bronwyn?

37U.S. babies in 2025
#1213peak rank (1964)
3,729babies since 1880

Since 1880, 3,729 girls in the U.S. have been named Bronwyn. Its highest rank for girls was #1213 in 1964. In 2025, 37 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

1880192019602000202583 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Bronwyn FAQ

What does the name Bronwyn mean?

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

What is the origin of the name Bronwyn?

Bronwyn is listed as a name of Welsh origin.

How popular is the name Bronwyn?

Since 1880, 3,729 girls in the U.S. have been named Bronwyn. Its highest rank for girls was #1213 in 1964. In 2025, 37 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Bronwyn a boy or girl name?

Bronwyn is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 3,729 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.