girl name · Welsh origin
Bronwen
/ BRON-wen /
Meaning
Bronwen means Fair, blessed breast (Welsh).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Welsh
Pronunciation
BRON-wen
Popularity
#9569 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Bronwen in the US, 1880–2025
Bronwen first appears in US records in 1941. It peaked in 1980, when 25 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 10.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Bronwen mean?
Bronwen joins the Welsh for “breast” and “fair, blessed.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bronwen mean?
Bronwen means Fair, blessed breast. Bronwen joins the Welsh for “breast” and “fair, blessed.”
What is the origin of the name Bronwen?
Bronwen is of Welsh origin.
How do you pronounce Bronwen?
Bronwen is pronounced “BRON-wen.”
Is Bronwen a boy or a girl name?
Bronwen is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Bronwen?
In 2025, Bronwen ranked #9569 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Bronwen most popular?
Bronwen was most popular in 1980, when about 25 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.