ThinkabaraGwen: meaning and origin
Gwen
“White, fair, blessed”
About the name Gwen
Gwen is a girl’s name from the Welsh tradition. Its meaning is “white, fair, blessed”. Names from Welsh, with roots in Celtic legend — like Rhys, Megan, Gwen and Dylan.
It’s a classic: a name that has been used for generations and still feels fresh.
More names with a similar meaning: names that mean gift of god.
Tips before you choose
- Say the full name out loud with your last name, and with any middle name.
- Check the initials — and what they spell.
- Think about nicknames kids might make from it.
- Write it down: is the spelling easy for teachers and friends?
More Welsh names
- Bronwyn 👧White breast; fair one · Welsh
- Ellis 🧒Kind, benevolent · Welsh
- Megan 👧Pearl; a Welsh form of Margaret · Welsh
- Morgan 🧒Sea-born, sea circle · Welsh
- Reese 🧒Enthusiasm; an English spelling of Rhys · Welsh
- Rhiannon 👧Great queen; a figure in Welsh legend · Welsh
- Seren 👧Star · Welsh
Sibling name ideas (Welsh, boys)
- Arthur 👦Bear; the legendary King Arthur · Welsh
- Dylan 👦Son of the sea · Welsh
- Evan 👦God is gracious; a Welsh form of John · Welsh
- Gareth 👦Gentle; a knight of King Arthur · Welsh
- Owen 👦Well-born, noble · Welsh
- Rhett 👦Enthusiasm; also from a Dutch surname · Welsh
- Rhys 👦Enthusiasm, ardor · Welsh
- Tristan 👦Tumult, noise; a hero of Arthurian legend · Welsh
More girl names starting with G
- Gabriela 👧God is my strength · Hebrew
- Gabriella 👧God is my strength · Hebrew
- Genevieve 👧Woman of the people; the patron saint of Paris · French
- Georgia 👧Farmer; also the US state · Greek
- Gia 👧God is gracious; a short form of Gianna · Italian
- Gianna 👧God is gracious; a form of Giovanna · Italian
- Giulia 👧Youthful · Italian
- Grace 👧Grace, kindness, charm · Latin
- Greta 👧Pearl; a short form of Margaret · German
Questions and answers
What does the name Gwen mean?
Gwen is a name of Welsh origin. It means: white, fair, blessed.
Is Gwen a boy or girl name?
Gwen is usually given to girls.
How many syllables does Gwen have?
Gwen has 4 letters and about 1 syllable.