Gwynn
Gwynn: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Gwynn
- A male given name from Welsh.
Etymology
A spelling variant of Gwyn.
How popular is Gwynn?
Since 1880, 1,046 girls and 133 boys in the U.S. have been named Gwynn (89% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1778 in 1949. Its highest rank for boys was #2529 in 1944. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Gwynn
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Gwynn
Sister and brother names that share Gwynn's Welsh roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Gwynn FAQ
What does the name Gwynn mean?
A male given name from Welsh. A spelling variant of Gwyn.
What is the origin of the name Gwynn?
Gwynn is listed as a name of Welsh origin.
How popular is the name Gwynn?
Since 1880, 1,046 girls and 133 boys in the U.S. have been named Gwynn (89% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1778 in 1949. Its highest rank for boys was #2529 in 1944. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Gwynn a boy or girl name?
Gwynn is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,046 girls and 133 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.