Gwendalyn: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: gw-ehnd-ahlyn
Origin: Wales
gender-female

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Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Blessed, fair, white

These lyrical variations of Gwendolyn draw from ancient Welsh roots, combining “gwen” (blessed or white) with “dolen” (ring or loop), often interpreted as “white ring” or “blessed loop.” The name carries poetic charm and literary prestige, made famous by Gwendolen Fairfax, the witty and refined character in Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest.

Gwendalyn Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Gwendalyn is currently #8232 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Gwendalyn is currently #4621 on Kiindred Girl Names

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