Welsh Names

Brings to mind the romantic and elegant eighteenth century portraits of George Romney.

Delwen appears to be a modern invented name in Welsh, deriving from two common name components: del - meaning pretty and wen - meaning fair/white. Similar names include Delyth, also Welsh, and Elowen, which is Cornish.

This surname name may offer a pronunciation challenge, to those unfamiliar with Michael Crichton novels, but its fresher than Hunter or Cooper.

Extremely common in Wales and England, Dafydd would likely leave some non-Welsh speakers confused at first. But we love the soft, lispy quality this variation offers.

Glenys, like Glynis, is a Welsh name that has never caught on outside Wales.

Anglicized form of Cadoc, a Welsh saint's name.

If you like lispy Celtic and Gaelic names, you may fall for Lynneth. Lynneth has a similar sound to Gwyneth, Elspeth and Meredith and might, therefore, find popularity among those who are looking for an alternative to the rather dated Lynette.

The most modern choice in this group, and the most distinctive; the Gwyn form is a common male name in Wales.

Unusual twist -- but everyone will hear it as Justin -- or jester.

Very popular in Wales; this could make a nice middle name in honor of a Grandpa Glenn.