Gwenllian

gwehn-SHEE-an
Welsh
"white, flaxen"

Gwenllian Origin and Meaning

The name Gwenllian is a girl's name meaning "white, flaxen".

Not a blend of Gwendolyn and Lillian! Gwenllian was a medieval Welsh princess noted for her bravery and beauty. Sometimes referred to as the Welsh Bouddica, Gwenllian resisted invasion by English and Norman forces and is a national heroine of Wales. It was given to nearly 30 girls in the UK in 2023, making it the second most popular Gwen- name in the UK and a Top 100 choice in Wales.

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