Gwen
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.
Is Gwen popular?
Rising Gwen has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 2,113 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 2,817 | |
| 2000s | 1,453 | |
| 1990s | 512 | |
| 1980s | 1,071 | |
| 1970s | 2,753 | |
| 1960s | 5,961 | |
| 1950s | 6,780 | |
| 1940s | 4,050 | |
| 1930s | 2,808 | |
| 1920s | 1,337 | |
| 1910s | 716 | |
| 1900s | 186 | |
| 1890s | 60 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Gwen mean?
Gwen means “white,” “fair” or “blessed” in Welsh.
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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.
Is Gwen a popular name right now?
Gwen has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
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.
What names are similar to Gwen?
Names similar to Gwen include Rhiannon, Elin, Carys, Eira, Seren.
What names go well with Gwen?
Welsh names that pair well with Gwen include Megan, Dylan, Morgan, Owen, Evan.