Wynn

Wynn: name meaning, origin and popularity

Unisex nameWelsh origin

Meaning and origin of Wynn

  • A unisex given name.

Etymology

From the Welsh surname, from the name Gwyn. Also spelled as Wynne. Doublet of Gwynne.

How popular is Wynn?

215U.S. babies in 2025
#1028peak rank (1954)
4,117babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,486 girls and 2,631 boys in the U.S. have been named Wynn (36% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1709 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #1028 in 1954. In 2025, 215 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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Wynn FAQ

What does the name Wynn mean?

A unisex given name. From the Welsh surname, from the name Gwyn. Also spelled as Wynne. Doublet of Gwynne.

What is the origin of the name Wynn?

Wynn is listed as a name of Welsh origin.

How popular is the name Wynn?

Since 1880, 1,486 girls and 2,631 boys in the U.S. have been named Wynn (36% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1709 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #1028 in 1954. In 2025, 215 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Wynn a boy or girl name?

Wynn is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,486 girls and 2,631 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.