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A name from Welsh mythology. In the Mabinogion, Gwydion was a powerful magician who made his nephew a wife from flowers (Blodeuwedd, meaning "face of flowers").

Gwendolen, an ancient Welsh favorite, retired decades ago in favor of the short form Gwen, but now, as in the case all across the naming board, the nickname has faded …

… Gryfudd maintains cultural significance within Welsh communities. The name might present pronunciation challenges for non-Welsh speakers, but preserves an important connection to Welsh heritage and linguistic traditions for families …

Derived from the Welsh word for gold, pronounced differently from the European currency.

From Caeredin, the Welsh name for the Scottish capital, Edinburgh... although many people would see it simply as an alternative spelling of Aiden.

Efan is a Welsh masculine name, being a variant spelling of Evan. It ultimately derives from the Welsh form of John (Ieuan, Ifan), which comes from the Hebrew name Yochanan …

Deiniol is a Welsh masculine name with profound historical roots. It derives from the Celtic element "deinos," meaning "fortress" or "stronghold." The name is particularly significant in Welsh heritage as …

Similar to the Welsh form Dafydd, Daveth is a softer alternative for the perennial boys' name David. The long "Ah" sound also minimises the chance of the name being shortened …

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 …

Cosy is a, well, cozy name, whose only downside is people forever making that dumb joke. Cosy can be short for Cosima or Cosette but can certainly stand on its …

Gives Corwin a Welsh appearance.

Corliss, eccentric yet well-established, has an independent and artistic air.

Carmelo is a well-used Hispanic name associated with Mt. Carmel, home of the prophet Elijah and the location of the convent for the order of Carmelites. Carmelo is also …

An Irish and Welsh form of Catherine, Caitlin was a boom name of the eighties, rocketing from obscurity (Americans first heard it via the wife of doomed poet Dylan Thomas …

Derived from the Welsh place name Brynmawr, this adventurous sounding name, feels at once as rugged as its meaning but with a hint of gentleness, thanks to the unisex Bryn …

Waspy-sounding choice, well known in literature for Boswell's Life of Johnson.

This one may well be an undiscovered choice for many parents - it has a fabulous meaning, a sturdy surname-name appeal that is very on trend right now and several …

A seventh-century Welsh poet about whom little more than his name is known.

A name from Welsh legend. Amaethon son of Dôn is mentioned in several medieval Welsh texts. In Culhwch and Olwen he is the only person who can plow a certain …

This simple, solid Welsh name enjoyed moderate popularity in England and Wales in the '80s and '90s, after the success of choirboy Aled Jones.

Either a rare Welsh variation of Alun or Alan, or a word meaning "full". Alawn has dubious traditional origins: it was listed as the name of one of the first …

Derived from the Welsh word for bird, this name might just be ready to have her moment: a nature-connected meaning, a fantastical air, a way to nickname Addie, and …

Popular in Azerbaijan and well-used in Turkey, şahi̇n is a spelling variation of the Turkish word for hawk or falcon. Ultimately, it derives from the Persian name for a …

A name that works well in multiple languages, Zakariyya is the Arabic transliteration of Zechariah, Zacharias, and Zachary. The name has been consistently appearing in the England and Wales Top …

Wmffre is a masculine Welsh name that represents the Welsh adaptation of the Germanic name Humphrey. In Welsh orthography, 'W' often functions as a vowel, giving this name a pronunciation …

Intriguing way to signal Welsh ancestry; more unusual than Wallace.

Tahitian names are not well-known beyond the South Sea islands, but with their nature meanings and the new popularity of Hawaiian names, they may travel far in the future.

Though it lends itself well to the pleasant nickname Ty, it's also the name of an antibiotic powder for animals.

Trefor is a masculine Welsh name derived from the Welsh elements 'tref' meaning 'town' or 'homestead' and 'mawr' meaning 'great' or 'big,' which evolved to 'Trefmawr' and eventually shortened to …

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 …

Especially if you have Welsh roots, this prominent saint's name could be an interesting and more masculine alternative to Taylor.

Tanwyn is a modern Welsh name that can work for either sex depending on the spelling -- wyn is the traditional boys' spelling, while wen as in Tanwen is the girls …

Sioned is a feminine Welsh name, the Welsh form of Janet, which ultimately derives from Jane/Joan (meaning 'God is gracious'). Pronounced roughly as 'SHON-ed' with a soft 'sh …

Though Shuri is a well-established unisex name in Japan, most parents considering it now will be thinking instead of the iconic Princess Shuri from Marvel's Black Panther, memorably …

A classic from the Welsh Bible, but parents outside Wales would probably need a good reason to use the extra E.

Variation on Rhidian, a Welsh saint's name.

… While relatively uncommon in modern usage outside of Wales, it represents a strong connection to Welsh heritage and history. The pronunciation can be challenging for non-Welsh speakers, typically approximated …

The delicate and haunting Welsh Rhonwen is still a rarity in the U.S., where her English version Rowena is better known, but would be a lovely choice for any …

This gorgeous and undiscovered Welsh name elevates the more familiar Rhiannon to include the bonus of cutesy nickname Winnie.

… Welsh phonetic patterns. Rheinallt remains relatively rare even within Wales and is virtually unknown outside Welsh-speaking communities. The name carries a strong connection to Welsh heritage and language preservation …

Rees is primarily a Welsh surname that has evolved into a unisex given name, though it's less common for females. Derived from the Welsh name 'Rhys,' it means 'enthusiasm …

Nick Cannon use this, well, powerful name for his daughter, born in 2020. It joins the ranks of other strong adjective baby names, such as Noble, Epic, Sovereign, and Brave.

… including kings and saints, though this specific Welsh spelling is rarely used outside Wales and Welsh diaspora communities. Phylip offers a way to honor Welsh heritage while using a name …

This is a modern Welsh name, stemming from the welsh word paidrín, meaning rosary.

Olwyn is a popular Welsh name that might be an alternative to the more familiar Bronwen or Rhonwen -- though in Wales the female form is usually spelled -wen and the …

Nansi is a phonetic Welsh spelling of Nancy that is currently popular in Wales.

The popularity of handsome Welsh surname Maddox led to the creation of this spelling variation, connected to baseball great Greg Maddux.

Maddox, a previously obscure Welsh family name with a powerfully masculine image, suddenly came into the spotlight when Angelina Jolie chose it for her son in 2003. By the following …

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 …

Luned is a feminine Welsh name with ancient Celtic origins, appearing prominently in Arthurian legends as a handmaiden to Lady Owain. The name is associated with the Welsh word for …