Gwen
g-wen
US Popularity:1563
Origin:Welsh
Meaning:Fair, white; Blessed, holy
Gwen is a baby girl name of Welsh origin, commonly derived from the name Gwenywÿfar, also known as Guinevere. A popular nickname for the names Gwendolen, Gwenllian, and Gwyneth, Gwen translates to “fair,” “white,” “blessed,” or “holy.” From movies to singers, this star-stunned name has outshined the rest and can be seen and heard across the globe in countries like the United States, Canada, and England. With a name as abundant as Gwen, baby is sure to feel as blessed as can be.
How Popular Is The Name Gwen?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Gwen is currently #832 on The Bump
Girl:Gwen is currently #610 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Gwen is currently #1563 in U.S. births
Girl:Gwen is currently #815 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#815
in 2023
+ 36
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Gwen, June 2023
WordSense, Meaning of Gwen
WordSense, Meaning of gwen
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