Name Profile
Gwen
“White, fair, blessed” — Welsh
GirlWelsh1 syllableCurrent rank #698 (2024)
About Gwen
Rooted in ancient lore, the Welsh girl's name Gwen carries the luminous meaning of "white, fair, blessed." This short, spunky, and vintage-chic name packs a tremendous amount of graceful power into just four letters.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginWelsh
Syllables1
Nicknames for Gwen
Gwen is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Gwen ranks #698 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 403 births..
Gwen popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Gwen had 403 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 325 | #848 |
| 2022 | 329 | #851 |
| 2023 | 341 | #817 |
| 2024 | 403 | #698 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Gwen Rose
- Gwen Claire
- Gwen June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gwen mean?
Gwen is commonly linked to the meaning White, fair, blessed and is associated with Welsh roots.
Is Gwen a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Gwen ranks #698 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 403 births..