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Daffydd is a Welsh variant spelling of David, a name with Hebrew origins meaning 'beloved.' The standard Welsh form is typically written as Dafydd, making Daffydd an uncommon variant with an extra…
Diminutive of Dafydd, Welsh variation of David
The name of the patron saint of Wales is virtually unknown in the US under this spelling. There were no baby boys named Dewi or Dewie in the US in 2021, though there were 35 named Dewey. Incredibly…
Muireall is a feminine Scottish Gaelic name with ancient Celtic roots. It derives from the Gaelic elements "muir" meaning "sea" and a diminutive suffix, essentially translating to "sea-bright" or…
Scottish
"the great one"
A classic Gaelic name, but too hoary to be a hit here.
Welsh
"fair, white, blessed"
Welsh heritage choice that's rare today even in its native land.
"sad, tumult"
The Welsh form of Tristan, and the name of a counselor to King Arthur.
Scottish and Irish Gaelic
"great one"
Simple ancient name of a Celtic goddess, but her friends might sound like they were asking for more.
Moireach is a feminine Scottish Gaelic name with deep Celtic roots. Pronounced approximately as 'MOY-rakh,' it's the original Gaelic form of the more familiar Moira or Moyra. The name derives from…
Welsh, Latin
"around the valley; rival"
Gentle and poetic and most often heard in Wales, Emlyn joins Emrys as soft, interesting alternatives to popular Em- names like Emmett and Emery. Sometimes viewed as a Welsh variation of Emiliano, it…
"smooth-browed one"
An invention of the eighteenth-century romantic poet James Macpherson, in his epic cycle about Ossian, a legendary Celtic hero. In Poland, where it was popular at the start of the 20th century, the…
Moibeal is an extremely rare feminine name with Gaelic origins. It appears to be a variant spelling of Moibheal or possibly related to the Irish name Mobhí. The name's exact etymology is somewhat…
Scottish variation of Lily
Adds some thorns to the smooth texture of Lily.
Welsh from French
"pledge of peace"
The Welsh form of Geoffrey.
"valley, glen"
Very popular in Wales; this could make a nice middle name in honor of a Grandpa Glenn.
"pure"
This Old Welsh name associated with blacksmiths has never caught on, but it has the right two-syllable occupational feel to qualify for revival. Gower Champion was a successful midcentury dancer,…
Scottish, river name
Traditionally a male name, Leith now can make a highly unusual, strong but soft, and intriguing girls' possibility.
Welsh variation of William
"resolute protection"
The Welsh version of William is almost unheard-of across, but it's fairly straightforward and could make a good heritage choice or alternative honor name.
"fair, blessed"
Short, simple, gentle, undeniably Welsh but easy to spell and pronounce – there's a lot to like about this underused gem. In the States it's been almost exclusively female, perhaps due to the greater…
"blessed peace"
A bold Welsh name with a gentle meaning, Heddwyn is notably associated with the poet Ellis Humphrey Evans, who died at Passchendaele during World War One. He used Hedd Wyn as his Bardic name, having…
Hillery is a masculine name with English origins, though it's now used for both genders with slightly different spelling variations (Hillary being more common for females). The name derives from…