Gwendolyn

Meaning of Gwendolyn

It means "white ring" or "blessed ring."

Gwendolyn has Welsh roots — browse every Welsh baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Gwendolyn

Gwendolyn is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #360 in 2025 from #732 in 2000.

Notable people named Gwendolyn

• Gwen Stefani
  Singer, songwriter, fashion designer
• Gwendoline Christie
  Actress (Game of Thrones)
• Gwyneth Paltrow
  Actress and businesswoman
• Gwendolyn Brooks
  Pulitzer Prize-winning poet
• Gwendoline Riley
  English novelist

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Questions about the name Gwendolyn

What does the name Gwendolyn mean?

Gwendolyn means it means "white ring" or "blessed ring.", and it comes from Welsh origins.

Is Gwendolyn a boy's or a girl's name?

Gwendolyn is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Gwendolyn?

In 2025, Gwendolyn ranked #360 for girls, up from #393 the year before.

When was Gwendolyn most popular?

Gwendolyn peaked at #360 in 2025.