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Enfys vs Tanwen

EnfysTanwen
Meaning Rainbow White fire
Origin Welsh welsh
Gender Girl Girl
Pronunciation EN-vis TAN-wen
Syllables 2 2

What does Enfys mean?

Enfys is the Welsh word for “rainbow.”

What does Tanwen mean?

Modern Welsh name (from the 1960s) combining 'tan' ('fire') with '-wen', the feminine form of 'gwen' ('white, fair, blessed'). Usually glossed 'white fire', or 'holy fire' from the blessed/saintly sense of the suffix.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Enfys and Tanwen?

Enfys means Rainbow (Welsh origin), while Tanwen means White fire (welsh origin).