Gwyneth
Gwyneth: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡwɪnəθ/ · /ˈɡwɪnɪθ/
Meaning and origin of Gwyneth
- A female given name from Welsh.
Etymology
Borrowed from Welsh Gwyneth.
How popular is Gwyneth?
Since 1880, 6,657 girls in the U.S. have been named Gwyneth. Its highest rank for girls was #892 in 2013. In 2025, 114 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Gwyneth
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Gwyneth
Sister and brother names that share Gwyneth's Welsh roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Gwyneth FAQ
What does the name Gwyneth mean?
A female given name from Welsh. Borrowed from Welsh Gwyneth.
What is the origin of the name Gwyneth?
Gwyneth is listed as a name of Welsh origin.
How popular is the name Gwyneth?
Since 1880, 6,657 girls in the U.S. have been named Gwyneth. Its highest rank for girls was #892 in 2013. In 2025, 114 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Gwyneth a boy or girl name?
Gwyneth is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 6,657 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.