The nameGwen
Gwen is a Breton and Welsh name, given in France to both boys and girls since the 1950s.
- Unisex name
- Breton and Welsh
Meaning
From the Breton and Welsh gwenn, "white, fair, blessed".
Origin
Breton and Welsh. In English it is a girl's name, often short for Gwendolyn.
History
First given in France in the mid 1950s, Gwen peaked in the mid 2000s, then became rare.
Popularity of the name Gwen
Gwen in France
Gwen was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 340 births over the decade, 35% of all recorded babies named Gwen. Its rise began around 1971, and it peaked in 2006. Half of all babies named Gwen in France were born before 2005, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gwen mean?
From the Breton and Welsh gwenn, "white, fair, blessed".
What is the origin of the name Gwen?
Breton and Welsh. In English it is a girl's name, often short for Gwendolyn.
Is Gwen a girl's or a boy's name?
Gwen is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.