Female and male first names beginning with the letter “G”..
GWENDOYLN
FemaleWelsh name derived from 'Gwenhwyfar', meaning 'fair-haired' or 'blond fair one', popular among historic Welsh royalty.
GWENDY
FemaleCaptivating Welsh female name meaning "white" or "fair," associated with beauty and purity, and often used as an endearing form. It gained popularity during the Victorian era and has been carried by notable figures like Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Gwendolyn Brooks.
GWENDYLAN
FemaleUnique Welsh name composed of "Gwen," meaning white or fair, and "dylan," derived from dyfadlen, meaning sea tide or flowing sea, translating to white wave or flowing sea.
GWENDYLON
FemaleElegant and distinctive Welsh name derived from "gwen" meaning white or fair and "dylan" meaning like the sea, thus signifying 'white wave'.
GWENELL
FemaleGwenllian is a striking Welsh name derived from 'gwen' meaning white/noble, and 'llyw' meaning leader, signifying 'white/noble leader'. It carries historical significance, associated with figures like Gwenllian ferch Gruffudd who fought against Norman conquerors in the 12th century.
GWENETH
FemaleUnique Welsh name derived from the word "gwen" meaning "white" or "fair".
GWENETTA
FemaleDistinctive female name with Welsh roots, meaning 'fair' or 'white', and associated with the legendary beauty and grace of Guinevere.
GWENETTE
FemaleFrench-origin given name meaning "fair-haired" or "blonde", derived from "gwend" and used as a diminutive form of names like Gwendoline or Guinevere.
GWENEVA
FemaleRare female given name of Welsh origin, derived from Guinevere, King Arthur's wife in Arthurian legend. In Welsh, Gweneufer means "smooth brow," implying tranquility and harmony. Though uncommon today, Gweneva retains historical significance and unique appeal.
GWENEVERE
FemaleWelsh name derived from 'gwen', meaning 'white' or 'holy'. Popularized by Queen Guinevere in Arthurian legend, it signifies beauty and wisdom.
GWENEVIERE
FemaleBeautiful, unique Welsh feminine given name meaning 'white peace'.
GWENEVIEVE
FemaleUnique Welsh female given name meaning "white or fair peace".
GWENITH
FemaleBeautiful Welsh name derived from the ancient word "gwenith," meaning "wheat.
GWENIVERE
FemaleUnique Welsh name derived from "gwenhwyfar," meaning "white phantom" or "white enchantress." It gained fame as Queen Guinevere in Arthurian legend, renowned for her beauty and intelligence.
GWENLYN
FemaleRare but beloved Welsh name derived from "gwen" meaning white/fair and "llyn" meaning lake/pool, translating to 'white pool' or 'fair lake'. It has a rich history in Wales, associated with notable figures like Saint Gwenllian and Gwenllian ferch Gruffudd.
GWENN
FemaleUnique and distinctive Breton girl's name derived from the Breton word "gwenn," meaning "white" or "fair." It symbolizes purity and light in Breton culture and has historical significance, associated with figures like Queen Gwenhwyfar of King Arthur's legend and the goddess Morrigan. Today, Gwenn is a popular choice among parents seeking a meaningful name for their baby girl.
GWENNA
FemaleUnique Welsh name derived from 'gwenen', meaning 'white' or 'fair', associated with beauty and grace since the 10th century.
GWENNAN
FemaleUnique and elegant Welsh female name, derived from the ancient word "gwen" meaning white or fair, and featuring the feminine suffix "-an".
GWENNE
FemaleRare and captivating Welsh name derived from "gwenhwyfar," meaning "white shadow" or "fair phantom." Popularized through Arthurian legend, Gwenne evokes images of strength, grace, and mystery.
GWENNETH
FemaleUnique Welsh name meaning "fair-haired" or "blond," popularized by legendary Queen Guinevere of Arthurian legend.
GWENNETTA
FemaleUnique and beautiful Welsh female name derived from "gwen" meaning "white/fair", historically used among Welsh nobility, famously borne by Princess Gwenllian ferch Gruffudd, and notably featured in Dylan Thomas' poem "A Child's Christmas in Wales".
GWENNETTE
FemaleUnique, antique Breton female given name derived from 'gwen', meaning 'white' or 'fair'.
GWENNYTH
FemaleDistinctively Welsh feminine name meaning 'white' or 'holy', associated with figures like Guinevere of Arthurian legend.
GWENYTH
FemaleWelsh feminine name derived from "gwen" meaning "white/fair", popularized during the Victorian era and notably held by actress Gwenyth Paltrow.
GWENYVERE
FemaleGwenyvere, of Welsh origin, signifies "white wave" or "fair waters," drawing from the words "gwyn" meaning white/fair and "yver" meaning river/water.
GWILI
FemaleRare but beloved Welsh name with Breton roots, derived from Guilliou or Gillou, carrying no specific meaning beyond its unique heritage.
GWILYM
MaleDistinctive Welsh male given name with ancient origins, composed of "gu" meaning victory and "ilym" meaning gentle, signifying 'gentle victory'. It was popular among the Welsh nobility during the Middle Ages and has been associated with notable figures such as Gwilym ap Gruffudd.
GWIN
MaleRare, Welsh-origin name derived from "gwyn", meaning "fair" or "white". Originally used for boys, it now suits both genders, bearing historical significance as the name of 6th-century Welsh ruler Gwin the Old.
GWIN
FemaleWelsh origin, meaning "white" or "fair".
GWINDA
FemaleUncommon yet meaningful African name of Yoruba origin, signifying 'born during the rainy season'.
GWINDOLYN
FemaleEnchanting and unique name of unknown origin, first appearing in the late 19th century with no clear etymology or widely accepted meaning. Its allure lies in its mystery and rarity.
GWINEVERE
FemaleUnique Welsh name meaning 'fair and blessed'.
GWINN
FemaleRare Welsh name derived from 'gwyn', meaning 'white' or 'fair', historically associated with Welsh nobility.
GWINN
MaleRare Welsh name derived from "gwin," meaning "wine." It was introduced by Roman settlers and became associated with winemaking and merchants in Wales.
GWLADYS
FemaleRare yet elegant female name of Welsh origin, derived from "gwlad" meaning "country" or "land", and "did" meaning "sacred", translating to "sacred land". It was the name of several historic Welsh princesses and noblewomen, notably Saint Gwladys.
GWYDION
MaleDistinctive male name of Welsh origin, derived from 'gwig', meaning 'tree' or 'wood'. In Welsh mythology, it's associated with the god Gwydion, known for his wisdom, magic, and shapeshifting abilities.
GWYN
FemaleWelsh origin, derived from the Old Welsh word "gwyn," meaning "white" or "fair.
GWYN
MaleWelsh name meaning "white" or "blessed," associated with the Welsh god Gwyon and used as a unique unisex name today.
GWYNAVERE
FemaleRare, Welsh feminine given name derived from "gwen" meaning white or fair, and "afrawdd" signifying blissful. Pronounced "gwihn-AH-ver," it's often associated with Guinevere, Queen of Camelot in Arthurian legend.
GWYNDA
FemaleRare but beloved Welsh name derived from "gwyn," meaning "white" or "fair," associated with the goddess Gwyn of Avalon, conveying purity and grace.