Gwyneth Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gwyneth is a Welsh name meaning 'fair, blessed, or white', originating from the Welsh word 'gwyn'. It evolved from historical forms associated with the region of Gwynedd. The name is viewed as sophisticated and elegant in modern contexts, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and has several variants such as Gwen and Gwyn.
The name Gwyneth is most popular in Colorado, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gwyneth has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gwyneth' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3165th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2812th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2578th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3846th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5080th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1168th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1313th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gwyneth' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gwyneth"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡwɪnɛθ/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Gwyneth is derived from the Welsh word 'gwyn', meaning 'fair, blessed, or white'. It is associated with the region in Wales called Gwynedd.
Meaning
fair, blessed, white
Language Evolution
Gwynedd (Old Welsh), Gwyneth (Modern Welsh)
Historical Usage
Gwyneth gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Wales and among English speakers due to its unique sound and cultural significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Gwen, Gwyn, Gwynne
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Gwyneth is perceived as a sophisticated and elegant name, often associated with a sense of heritage and cultural pride.
Famous People
Gwyneth Paltrow, Gwyneth Jones
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gwyneth"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gwyneth"
"Gwyneth" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3165th of 9107 | 149 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2812th of 9204 | 186 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2578th of 12526 | 365 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3846th of 19264 | 261 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5080th of 27321 | 271 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1168th of 35406 | 3,155 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1313th of 30306 | 2,155 |
Regional Popularity of "Gwyneth" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Gwyneth" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
- |
88.07% 2444th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
- |
94.04% 3803rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.47% 938th/4582 |
20.57% 1062nd/5164 |
19.05% 1393rd/7313 |
16.05% 1198th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
26.71% 1064th/3984 |
34.46% 1546th/4487 |
22.90% 1562nd/6822 |
18.61% 1168th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gwyneth"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gwyneth" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.