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Welsh
"white, flaxen"
While it may look like it to those unfamiliar, Gwenllian is not a blend of Gwendolyn and Lillian! It is in fact a Welsh name, borne by a medieval Welsh princess noted for her bravery and beauty.…
"loveable"
Mabli is the sweet Welsh variant of Mabel, first used at the beginning of the 20th-century making it a relatively modern choice. Cute but energetic with the appeal of other Welsh names like Cadi and…
Efa is a feminine name of Welsh origin, serving as the Welsh equivalent of Eve. The name derives from the Hebrew 'Chavah,' meaning 'life' or 'living one.' Simple yet distinctive, Efa carries the same…
Harri is a masculine name with multiple cultural connections. It functions as a Finnish and Estonian form of Henry (meaning "home ruler"), and also appears as a Welsh variant of Harry. In…
Ifan is a masculine Welsh name that serves as a Welsh variation of John, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' Pronounced roughly as 'IV-an,' it has been used…
"strong lord"
Variant of Gruffudd and Griffith, currently in the UK Top 1000, though predominantly used in Wales only.
Welsh diminutive of Catrin / Catherine
One of the cute diminutives that's in vogue in Wales... or could be an alternative spelling of Kaydie.
"little bright one"
Gwenno originated as a diminutive of Gwenllian, Gwynhwyfar or Gwendolen, but it is increasingly being bestowed as a full name, with between 10 and 20 births a year in England & Wales. Musician…
Welsh river name
The modern Welsh name for the River Severn, the longest river in Britain, which partly forms the border between England and Wales. Both Severn and Hafren come from the ancient British name Sabrina.
Welsh diminutive of Edward
"wealthy guardian"
A Welsh short form of Edward with a playful sound and distinctive, rugged look. It appears in the title of a Welsh language book, written by E. Tesla Davies, and tells the story of a Nedw's childhood…
Diminutive form of Gwenllian, Welsh
Used almost exclusively in its native Wales, Gwenlli is a sweet but substantial short form of Gwenllian. The longform was borne by a medieval Welsh princess, known for her bravery and resistance…
"grace"
Nansi is a phonetic Welsh spelling of Nancy that is currently popular in Wales.
Similar in sound to Avon, Avery, Aidan, Eirian, and Teifion, this Welsh name is the source of an area in the north-west of Wales called Eifionydd (ay-vyawn-ith). An ancient Welsh name, the exact…
Welsh form of Thomas, Aramaic
"twin"
Tomos is the standard Welsh version of Thomas, both in the Bible and secular texts like Thomas the Tank Engine. It is an enduring classic in the Welsh charts, with diminutives including Twm and Tomi.…
"in the currents"
The traditional Welsh name for Bardsey Island, located off the coast of North West Wales, Enlli is an short, sleek choice, given to a small number of girls most years in Wales. With the cool,…
Welsh, river name
The striking name of a Welsh river, Eleri feels as mystical as it does modern. A recent year saw it feature in the England and Wales Top 1000, with 49 babies given the name: of them, 29 were born in…