Gayner

Welsh

"white and smooth, soft"

Gayner Origin and Meaning

The name Gayner is a girl's name.

Gayner is a feminine name that likely originated as a variant spelling of Gaynor, which itself developed as a surname from the Old French name 'Guinevere' or possibly from Welsh elements meaning 'white wave' or 'fair and smooth.' The name peaked in popularity during the mid-20th century but remains relatively uncommon today. Gayner has a vintage charm and carries associations with brightness and happiness through its phonetic connection to 'gain' and 'gay' in its traditional sense of joyfulness. The name's straightforward pronunciation and spelling make it accessible, while its rarity gives it distinction. Famous namesakes include Welsh singer Gaynor Hopkins, professionally known as Bonnie Tyler.