Gwendylan: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: gw-ehndyl-ahn
Origin: Wales
gender-female

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Updated on Jun 11, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Blessed, fair, white

Gwendylan is a rare and imaginative variation of Gwendolyn, offering the same meaning—"blessed," "fair," and "white"—with a distinctive twist. The ‘-dylan’ ending gives it a unisex edge while maintaining the name's gentle, celestial tone. It evokes a blend of nature and nobility, calling to mind Welsh landscapes, moonlight, and peaceful strength. Gwendylan is ideal for parents seeking a unique name rooted in tradition but open to modern interpretation.

Gwendylan Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Gwendylan is currently #30329 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Gwendylan is currently #17487 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Gwendylan is currently #14697 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Gwendylan is currently #8455 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Gwendylan is currently #15544 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Gwendylan is currently #8908 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

Popularity Trend Chart

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