girl name · Welsh origin
Gwen
/ GWEN /
Meaning
Gwen means White, fair, blessed (Welsh).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Welsh
Pronunciation
GWEN
Popularity
#725 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Gwen in the US, 1880–2025
Gwen first appears in US records in 1890. It peaked in 1959, when 942 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 384.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Gwen mean?
Gwen means “white,” “fair” or “blessed” in Welsh.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gwen mean?
Gwen means White, fair, blessed. Gwen means “white,” “fair” or “blessed” in Welsh.
What is the origin of the name Gwen?
Gwen is of Welsh origin.
How do you pronounce Gwen?
Gwen is pronounced “GWEN.”
Is Gwen a boy or a girl name?
Gwen is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Gwen?
In 2025, Gwen ranked #725 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Gwen most popular?
Gwen was most popular in 1959, when about 942 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.