US Popularity:4922
Origin:Welsh
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:Princess, ruler; Of gladiolus; Small sword; Of Claudia; Lame; Enclosure
If you want a name that's vintage and worthy of a royal, Gladys will tick all your boxes. This feminine name is Welsh and derives from Gwladus or Gwladys, meaning "princess" or "ruler." Gladys may have evolved from Latin gladiolus, meaning "small sword," after the long stems of the gladioli plant. It's also a Welsh form of Latin Claudia, meaning "lame" or "enclosure." Your Gladys will love pushing boundaries and effortlessly command the love and loyalty of their subjects!

Gladys Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Gladys is currently #2888 on The Bump
Girl:Gladys is currently #1958 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Gladys is currently #4922 in U.S. births
Girl:Gladys is currently #2788 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2788
in 2023
- 83
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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