Welsh baby names
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200 names
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- Jones
Welsh
94Son of John. John derives from Hebrew Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.' Jones became a common Welsh surname and is now used as a given name.
- Cedric
Celtic
94From Welsh 'cad' (battle) and 'ric' (king). Popularized by Sir Walter Scott's novel Ivanhoe as a noble Saxon character.
- Emrys
Welsh
94Immortal or divine. Derived from the Welsh *Emrys*, a form of Ambrosius, associated with the legendary wizard Merlin in Welsh mythology.
- Wrenly
Celtic
94From the wren meadow or dwelling by the wren stream. Combines 'wren' (the bird) with an Old English locational suffix.
- Elon
Welsh
94Oak tree in Welsh. May also relate to Hebrew Elon meaning strength or oak. A name rooted in nature with ancient linguistic depth.
- Kyzen
Celtic
94Fire or flame. A modern Welsh name derived from Celtic roots, conveying energy and brightness.
- Anllely
Celtic
94Modern Welsh name, likely a creative variation blending 'An-' prefix with 'Llelyn' or 'Nell', suggesting brightness or light in Celtic tradition.
- Rhylyn
Celtic
94From Welsh 'Rhys' meaning 'ardor' or 'enthusiasm', with the feminine diminutive suffix '-lyn' meaning 'lake'
- Ellowyn
Celtic
92From Welsh meaning 'white brow' or 'noble brow', a lyrical modern Celtic name blending traditional roots with contemporary style.
- Avalon
Welsh
92Island of apples. In Arthurian legend, the mystical isle where King Arthur was taken to heal after his final battle.
- Gwyneth
Welsh
92From Welsh 'gwyn' meaning white or blessed, with the diminutive suffix '-eth'. Associated with fairness and spiritual grace.
- Evans
Welsh
92Son of Evan, derived from the Welsh name Ifan, itself a form of John. Evan means 'the Lord is gracious' in Hebrew origin.
- Merlin
Celtic
92Sea fortress or famous lake. Derived from Welsh elements meaning 'sea' (mor) and 'fortress' (din), or possibly 'famous' (mær) and 'lake' (llyn). Made famous by Arthurian legend.
- Chosyn
Celtic
92Chosen one; derived from Welsh roots meaning selected or picked. A modern creative spelling reflecting virtue and destiny.
- Halen
Celtic
92Salt or from the hall. A Welsh name with roots in landscape and dwelling, suggesting a grounded, natural character.
- Wynonna
Celtic
92From Welsh 'wyn' meaning fair or blessed, with the feminine suffix '-ona'. Associated with happiness and favor.
- Gareth
Welsh
92From Welsh meaning 'gentle' or 'gracious', possibly related to the name Geraint; historically associated with courtesy and nobility in Arthurian legend
- Izel
Celtic
92Fair or beautiful in Welsh tradition. A rare modern Celtic name with roots in Welsh language and culture.
- Lynn
Celtic
92Lake or waterfall. Derived from the Welsh word for 'lake,' symbolizing tranquility and natural beauty.
- Gwynevere
Welsh
92From Welsh Gwenhwyfar, meaning 'fair one' or 'white fairy'. Famous as Queen Guinevere in Arthurian legend.
- Gwen
Welsh
91From Welsh 'gwen' meaning 'white' or 'blessed'. Often associated with purity and light in Welsh tradition.
- Idris
Welsh
91Ardent lord or fiery leader. In Welsh tradition, associated with Idris the Giant, a legendary astronomer and warrior. Also used in Arabic contexts meaning "studious" or "interpreter."
- Bryton
Celtic
84From Brython, the Welsh people; also possibly from Old English elements suggesting 'bright' or 'noble.' A modern name blending Celtic heritage with contemporary appeal.
- Cambri
Welsh
84From Welsh Cambria, the Latin name for Wales. A modern invention blending geographic heritage with contemporary naming style.
- Bronwyn
Welsh
84From Welsh 'bron' (breast) and 'wyn' (fair, blessed), meaning 'fair-breasted' or blessed. Associated with strength and natural beauty.
- Macsen
Welsh
84From Welsh 'Macsen' (Maximus), meaning 'great' or 'greatest'; historically associated with Magnus Maximus, a Roman-Celtic ruler of Britain.
- Gwenevere
Welsh
84From Welsh Gwenhwyfar meaning 'fair one' or 'white wave', famously borne by King Arthur's queen in Arthurian legend.
- Elayne
Celtic
84From Welsh roots meaning 'bright' or 'shining', related to Helen. A variant spelling with Arthurian literary associations.
- Elowynn
Celtic
84From Welsh elements meaning 'white' or 'fair' and 'wine'. A modern creation blending Celtic roots with contemporary naming trends.
- Siani
Celtic
84From Welsh meaning 'fair' or 'blessed', with possible connections to the name Sian, a Welsh form of Jane.
- Llewelyn
Welsh
84Lion-like or bright leader. Derived from Welsh elements meaning 'lion' and 'leader,' historically borne by Welsh princes and nobility.
- Gwendalyn
Welsh
84From Welsh 'gwen' (white, fair) and 'dalen' (eyebrow), or from 'Gwendolen' meaning fair and blessed.
- Emyr
Welsh
84From Welsh meaning 'king' or 'ruler'. A traditional Welsh name with strong regal and historical significance in Welsh culture and mythology.
- Brynlie
Celtic
84From Welsh 'bryn' meaning hill, with a modern feminine diminutive suffix. A contemporary creation blending Welsh landscape imagery with modern naming trends.
- Vallen
Celtic
84Derived from Welsh elements suggesting 'fair' or 'blessed.' A modern Celtic name with roots in Welsh tradition, blending ancient linguistic heritage with contemporary appeal.
- Wynne
Celtic
84Fair, blessed, or white. In Welsh tradition, associated with virtue and purity. Often connected to the concept of brightness or divine favor.
- Bowyn
Celtic
84Fair-haired or pale. A modern Welsh name derived from elements suggesting light coloring or brightness.
- Griffith
Welsh
84From Old Welsh 'Gruffudd', meaning 'strong grip' or 'fierce lord', derived from elements meaning 'strong' and 'prince'
- Aelyn
Celtic
84From Welsh 'ae' (one) and 'lyn' (lake), meaning 'one from the lake' or interpreted as a variation of Aelwen with water associations
- Elenna
Celtic
84From Welsh elements meaning 'fawn' or 'doe', evoking grace and gentleness of a young deer
- Ivor
Celtic
84From Old Welsh 'Ifor', meaning 'bow' or 'archer'. Associated with strength and skill in archery in Celtic tradition.
- Rees
Welsh
84Ardent or passionate one. Derived from the Welsh word 'rhyddid' (freedom) or potentially from 'rhees' meaning fiery or zealous.
- Dylann
Celtic
84Son of the sea or deep-water dweller. Derives from Welsh 'dy' (to/your) and 'lann' (sea/ocean), blended with Irish Dylan mythology.
- Llewellyn
Welsh
84Lion-like or ruler. From Welsh 'llew' (lion) and 'glynn' (valley), traditionally interpreted as a strong, noble figure with connection to the land.
- Ardyn
Celtic
84From Welsh 'ard' meaning high or noble. A modern Celtic name with roots in Welsh heritage, suggesting elevation and dignity.
- Howell
Welsh
84From Welsh 'Howel', derived from 'hywel' meaning 'eminent' or 'conspicuous'. Historically borne by Welsh princes and kings.
- Rhyse
Celtic
84Ardor, enthusiasm, or rushing forward. A modern variant of the Welsh name Rhys, traditionally associated with passionate energy and vigor.
- Gwyndolyn
Welsh
84From Welsh 'gwyn' (fair, blessed) and 'dolyn' (hair-like, resembling flax). Associated with fair-haired beauty and grace.
- Mylin
Celtic
84Derived from Welsh elements suggesting connection to a mill or stream. A modern Celtic name with roots in Welsh place and occupational naming traditions.
- Bevan
Celtic
84From Welsh 'ap Evan' meaning 'son of Evan'. Evan derives from John, ultimately meaning 'God is gracious'.
- Britain
Celtic
84From the Welsh Brython, meaning 'the British people.' Refers to the ancient Britons and their land, connoting heritage and geographic identity.
- Izora
Welsh
84From Welsh meaning 'fair' or 'white'. A rare feminine form with nature-inspired undertones, sometimes associated with luminous qualities.
- Dylin
Celtic
84From Welsh 'Dylan' meaning 'son of the sea,' associated with the Celtic sea god. A modern spelling variant of the traditional name.
- Anwen
Welsh
84From Welsh 'an' (very) and 'gwen' (fair, blessed), meaning 'very fair' or 'very blessed'. Associated with beauty and grace in Welsh tradition.
- Gweneth
Welsh
84From Welsh 'gwen' meaning white or blessed, combined with 'eth' suffix. Associated with purity and feminine grace.
- Rhyden
Celtic
84From Welsh 'rhudd' (red) with diminutive suffix '-en'. Associated with red-haired individuals and the vibrant natural world.
- Madlyn
Celtic
84From Welsh 'mad' (son of) + 'lyn' (lake). A place-based name meaning 'son of the lake' or 'from the lake.'
- Edlyn
Celtic
84From Welsh elements meaning 'noble' and 'lake', or alternatively derived from Edith with Celtic influence
- Kymbre
Celtic
84From Welsh meaning 'crooked' or 'bent', also used as a modern variant spelling influenced by names like Kimberly with Celtic phonetic elements.
- Ellawynn
Celtic
84From Welsh elements meaning 'white' or 'fair' combined with 'lake' or 'blessed'. A modern blended name with lyrical Celtic roots.
- Kambryn
Celtic
84Modern invented name blending Kam- with -bryn, Welsh for 'hill', suggesting strength and natural elevation
- Elowyn
Celtic
76White brow or fair-browed. A modern Welsh feminine name blending elements for light and brow, suggesting brightness and nobility.
- Tylan
Celtic
76From the Welsh element 'tŷ' (house) combined with 'lân' (clean/fair), historically meaning 'fair house' or 'from the fair dwelling.'
- Vaughn
Celtic
76Small; from the Welsh 'bychan.' Vaughn evolved as a surname meaning 'son of the small one,' later adopted as a given name in modern usage.
- Brynlei
Celtic
76From Welsh 'bryn' meaning hill, with diminutive suffix creating 'little hill' or 'hillside dweller'
- Athziry
Celtic
76Possibly derived from Welsh elements meaning 'noble' or 'bright'. A modern invented name blending Celtic phonetic traditions with contemporary naming style.
- Waelynn
Celtic
76From Welsh 'gwaed' (blood) and 'lynn' (lake), meaning 'red lake' or 'from the red water', evoking natural beauty and strength
- Lloyd
Welsh
74From Welsh 'llwyd' meaning 'gray' or 'brown', historically used as a surname and given name in Wales
- Lowen
Celtic
74Lion; derived from Welsh 'llew' meaning lion, symbolizing strength and courage in Celtic tradition.
- Bryn
Welsh
74Hill or hilltop. A geographical term rooted in Welsh landscape terminology, symbolizing elevation and natural strength.
- Eira
Celtic
74From Welsh meaning 'snow', associated with winter beauty and purity in Celtic tradition
- Winnifred
Welsh
74From Welsh 'gwynedd' (blessed, holy) and Old English 'frið' (peace). Historically associated with Saint Winefride, a 7th-century Welsh martyr and saint.
- Yaw
Celtic
74From Welsh meaning 'son of Yaw' or potentially from a root relating to the yew tree, sacred in Celtic tradition.
- Wyn
Welsh
74Fair or blessed. In Welsh tradition, Wyn (also Gwyn) signifies fairness, brightness, or divine favor.
- Karys
Celtic
74From Welsh meaning 'love' or possibly related to 'caru'. A modern Celtic name with romantic undertones.
- Guinevere
Celtic
70From Welsh 'Gwenhwyfar' meaning 'fair one' or 'white wave', legendary queen in Arthurian romance.
- Azlan
Celtic
70From Welsh 'aslan,' meaning lion. Associated with strength, courage, and nobility in Celtic tradition.
- Wynlee
Celtic
70From Welsh 'wyn' (fair, blessed) and English 'lee' (meadow). Combines Celtic and Old English elements for a nature-inspired name.
- Azelynn
Celtic
70Derived from Welsh elements suggesting 'noble' or 'fair', with modern blend influences creating a contemporary Celtic name.
- Rhilyn
Welsh
70From Welsh elements meaning 'maiden' or 'nymph', blended with modern naming trends. Associated with nature and femininity.
- Brycyn
Celtic
70From Welsh 'bryc' meaning speckled or spotted. Modern usage blends Welsh tradition with contemporary naming trends.
- Dylangael
Celtic
70Blend of Dylan (Welsh 'son of the sea') and Gael (Irish ethnic identifier). A modern invented name honoring dual Celtic heritage.
- Brynlea
Celtic
70From Welsh 'bryn' (hill) and 'lea' (meadow/clearing). A nature-inspired name meaning hillside meadow, combining pastoral and topographic elements.
- Bladyn
Welsh
70From Welsh 'blad' (wolf) or variant of Blaedyn, meaning 'wolf-like' or 'one with wolf characteristics'. Associated with strength and wildness.
- Blesyn
Celtic
70From Welsh 'bles' meaning blessing or joy. A modern Welsh creation blending blessing with -yn diminutive suffix.
- Gwenevieve
Celtic
70From Welsh Gwenllwyfer, combining 'gwen' (white/fair) and 'llwyfer' (smooth/soft). A legendary name associated with Arthurian tradition and grace.
- Gwynnevere
Welsh
70From Welsh Gwenhwyfar meaning 'white fairy' or 'fair one.' A legendary name borne by King Arthur's queen, Guinevere, with the 'neve' element suggesting brightness or whiteness.
- Bowen
Celtic
69Son of Owen. Owen derives from the Welsh name Owain, possibly connected to the Latin 'Eugenius' meaning 'well-born' or 'noble.'
- Rhys
Welsh
69Ardor, enthusiasm, or passion. Derived from the Old Welsh element 'rhus,' reflecting fiery temperament and spirited nature.
- Gwendolyn
Welsh
69Fair and blessed. Derived from Welsh 'gwen' (white, fair) and 'dolen' (bow, ring), later associated with 'dwyn' (to bless).
- Reece
Welsh
69Derived from the Welsh name Rhys, meaning 'ardor' or 'enthusiasm.' Originally a patronymic surname (ap Rhys, 'son of Rhys') that became a given name.
- Meredith
Welsh
69Great ruler or beloved ruler. Derived from Welsh elements 'meredydd' (marred) meaning great/renowned, combined with royal/regal connotations in medieval Welsh tradition.
- Reese
Welsh
66Ardor, enthusiasm, or passion. Derived from the Welsh word 'rhes' meaning passion or enthusiasm, later used as a surname and modernized as a given name.
- Maddox
Celtic
66Son of Madoc, a Welsh name meaning fortunate or good. Madoc derives from Celtic roots associated with prosperity and benevolence.
- Brynlee
Celtic
66From Welsh 'bryn' (hill) and Old English 'lea' (meadow). Combines natural landscape elements into a harmonious place name suggesting rolling hills meeting open fields.
- Morgan
Celtic
66Derived from Welsh 'mor' (sea) and 'gan' (bright/white), traditionally meaning 'sea-bright' or 'sea-white.' Associated in Arthurian legend with Morgan le Fay.
- Brynn
Celtic
65Hill or high place; derived from Welsh 'bryn' meaning hill. Associated with strength and elevation.
- Syon
Celtic
62From Welsh meaning 'blessed' or 'happy', associated with Mount Zion and spiritual significance
- Arwyn
Welsh
62Fair, blessed, or noble. Derived from Welsh elements suggesting beauty and divine favor.
- Kymber
Celtic
62From Welsh 'cymber' meaning 'crooked' or 'bent', referring to distinctive physical features or terrain characteristics.
- Carys
Welsh
62From Welsh 'caru' meaning 'love' or 'to love', suggesting affection and endearment
- Dylam
Celtic
62From Welsh 'dy' (thy) and 'lam' (hand), meaning 'thy hand'. Also associated with Dylan, the Welsh god of the sea.
- Avon
Celtic
62From Welsh meaning 'river' or 'water'; associated with the River Avon, a prominent waterway in England and Wales symbolizing flow and natural beauty.
- Trelyn
Welsh
62From Welsh 'telyn' meaning 'harp', symbolizing music and artistic expression in Celtic tradition
- Caled
Celtic
62From Welsh 'caled' meaning 'hard' or 'solid', reflecting strength and durability
- Dymir
Celtic
62From Welsh elements meaning 'great' or 'ruler'. A modern Celtic name with historical roots in Welsh tradition.
- Gwynn
Welsh
62From Welsh 'gwyn' meaning 'fair, blessed, or white'. Associated with light and purity in Welsh tradition.
- Tycelyn
Celtic
62Modern Welsh creation blending 'Ty' (house) with the suffix '-celyn' (diminutive). Likely inspired by nature names like Roselyn, with an ethereal, contemporary feel.
- Camber
Welsh
62Crooked or bent; derived from the Welsh word for a curved or angled shape. Often associated with architectural or geometric characteristics.
- Emerys
Celtic
62From Welsh 'Emrys,' derived from the Latin Ambrosius meaning 'immortal.' Associated with Merlin in Welsh legend.
- Nesta
Celtic
62From Welsh, a diminutive form possibly related to 'nest' meaning nest or refuge, also connected to feminine forms in Celtic tradition
- Loyd
Welsh
62From Welsh 'Lloyd' meaning 'grey' or 'grey-haired', referencing wisdom and age in Celtic tradition
- Dredyn
Celtic
62From Welsh 'drwg' (bad) or possibly a modern invented name blending 'Dred' with '-yn' suffix. Usage as given name is contemporary and rare.
- Erys
Celtic
62Red or reddish, derived from the Welsh element 'ery' meaning ruddy or red-haired. Associated with vibrant natural colors and Celtic heritage.
- Wylen
Celtic
62From Welsh elements meaning 'fair' or 'blessed', related to the name Wylan. A modern Welsh-inspired name with Celtic heritage.
- Maddoc
Welsh
62From Old Welsh 'Madoc' meaning 'fortunate' or 'good'. Associated with Prince Madoc ap Owain Gwynedd, a legendary Welsh explorer.
- Radnor
Welsh
62From the Welsh town Radnor, meaning 'red shore' from rad (red) and nor (shore), referring to reddish cliffs or coastal features
- Alyn
Welsh
62Fair, bright, or noble. Derived from the Welsh element 'ál' meaning harmony and beauty, with roots in Celtic tradition.
- Eilonwy
Welsh
62From Welsh mythology, the name of a princess in Lloyd Alexander's Chronicles of Prydain. Possibly derived from Welsh elements meaning 'white' or 'fair'.
- Tryston
Celtic
62From Welsh 'tryst' meaning 'tumult' or 'bold'. Associated with the Arthurian legend of Tristan, a noble knight and tragic hero.
- Cynai
Celtic
62From Welsh 'cyn' meaning chief or leader. A rare modern Welsh name with strong Celtic roots and contemporary appeal.
- Eleri
Welsh
62From Welsh 'el' (noble) and 'eri' (to go), meaning 'noble journey' or 'noble one'. Associated with Welsh rivers and natural beauty.
- Brynnlyn
Celtic
62From Welsh 'bryn' meaning 'hill' combined with suffix '-lyn' meaning 'lake'. Represents geographical features of the Welsh landscape.
- Cadell
Celtic
62From Welsh 'cad' (battle) and 'el' (bright), meaning 'bright in battle' or warrior of light
- Carwyn
Welsh
62From Welsh 'car' (love) and 'gwyn' (fair, blessed). A poetic name suggesting beloved and fair, with roots in Welsh bardic tradition.
- Dafny
Celtic
62From Welsh 'dafn' meaning 'drop' or 'tear', associated with delicacy and nature
- Edwens
Celtic
62From Welsh meaning 'young warrior' or 'noble friend', derived from elements suggesting strength and companionship in Celtic tradition
- Dilyn
Welsh
62From Welsh 'dilys' meaning 'genuine' or 'true', also potentially influenced by Dylan, relating to the sea in Welsh mythology
- Miluna
Celtic
62From Welsh 'mil' (animal) and 'luna' (moon), suggesting a creature of moonlight or wild spirit
- Elyf
Celtic
62From Welsh 'elf' meaning 'white' or 'noble', with modern usage influenced by nature and fantasy aesthetics.
- Tamzyn
Celtic
62From Welsh meaning 'fire' or 'spark'; a modern creative variant reflecting fiery energy and brightness
- Trelynn
Celtic
62From Welsh elements meaning 'strong' and 'lake' or 'fair.' A modern Celtic blend name evoking both strength and natural beauty.
- Meredyth
Celtic
62From Welsh 'Meredydd', derived from 'mor' (sea) and 'udd' (lord). Means 'sea lord' or 'great ruler of the sea'.
- Olwyn
Welsh
62From Welsh 'ol' (footprint/trace) and 'gwyn' (white/fair), meaning 'white footprint' or 'fair-haired'. Associated with light and grace in Welsh tradition.
- Rhodri
Welsh
62From Old Welsh 'rhod' (wheel) and 'rhi' (king), meaning 'wheel king' or ruler. Also historically associated with red-haired warriors in Welsh tradition.
- Owen
Celtic
60Young warrior or well-born. Derived from Welsh 'Owain,' possibly connected to 'oad' (youth) or cognate with Latin 'Eugenius' (noble-born).
- Dylan
Welsh
60Son of the sea or born from the dark wave. From Welsh 'dy' (to, toward) and 'llanw' (tide/wave), or alternatively from 'dal' (to lead) and 'uan' (lamb).
- Brinley
Celtic
55From a Welsh place name meaning 'burnt clearing' or 'hill by the spring,' combining elements for fire/burnt and a clearing or meadow.
- Devon
English
55From the English county in southwest England, derived from Welsh 'dyfan' meaning 'deep.' Also associated with the River Exe valley region.
- Rhiannon
Welsh
55From Welsh mythology, the name of a goddess associated with horses and the Otherworld. Possibly derived from elements meaning 'great queen' or related to 'rhia' (flowing).
- Tristen
Celtic
55Derives from Tristan, meaning 'sorrowful' or 'tumultuous.' Associated with the legendary Arthurian knight and tragic lover in medieval romance.
- Emryn
Welsh
55Derived from Welsh elements suggesting 'immortal' or 'noble.' Modern spelling variant of traditional Celtic names like Emrys (Ambrosius), associated with strength and enduring legacy.
- Zaylyn
Celtic
55Fair or blessed; a modern blended creation combining Welsh 'Zay' (fair) with the suffix '-lyn' (lake/holy place), creating a nature-inspired unisex name with Celtic roots.
- Brextyn
Celtic
55From Welsh 'Brexton' or blend of Bret (brittany/britain) and modern suffix -yn. Contemporary creative coinage with Celtic roots.
- Waelyn
Celtic
55From Welsh elements meaning 'fair' or 'blessed.' A modern Celtic name blending traditional Welsh roots with contemporary naming sensibilities.
- Brixtyn
Celtic
55Son of Brychan, a Welsh saint and nobleman. Brixton is a place name in England, repurposed as a modern given name with Celtic roots.
- Selyse
Celtic
55From Welsh 'sêl' meaning 'steadfast' or 'blessed', with feminine diminutive -yse ending
- Rhylynn
Celtic
55From Welsh 'rhy' (too/excessive) and 'llyn' (lake), or possibly a modern invented blend of Rhys and Lynn meaning 'enthusiastic lake dweller'
- Ywa
Celtic
55From Welsh meaning 'fair' or 'blessed'. A rare Celtic name with roots in Welsh tradition and mythology.
- Rhy
Welsh
55From Welsh meaning 'ardour' or 'enthusiasm'; a short form of Rhys, derived from an old Celtic element meaning spirited and passionate
- Rhydian
Welsh
42From Old Welsh 'rhudd' meaning 'red'. Associated with strength and distinction in Welsh tradition.
- Parys
Celtic
42From Welsh name Paris, variant of Peredur. Associated with Celtic mythology and romance.
- Hadlyn
Celtic
42From Welsh elements 'had' (summer) and 'lyn' (lake), suggesting a place of summer waters
- Cambree
Celtic
40From Welsh 'cam' (crooked) and 'bre' (hill), referring to a bent or curved hill; alternatively interpreted as a feminine form meaning 'crooked brightness'
- Gladys
Welsh
40From Latin Claudius meaning 'lame,' but popularized in Wales as a feminine form. Associated with Saint Gladys, a 5th-century Welsh saint.
- Twyla
Celtic
40From Welsh meaning 'woven' or 'thread', also possibly relating to twilight; a name with mystical, liminal qualities.
- Dyland
Celtic
40From Welsh 'dy' (thy) and 'lann' (enclosure), or alternatively a modern variant of Dylan meaning 'son of the sea' in Welsh mythology
- Griffyn
Celtic
40Strong lord or fierce ruler. Derived from the Welsh elements meaning strength and dominion, historically associated with the griffin mythological creature.
- Enid
Welsh
40From Welsh meaning 'fair' or 'white', also popularized by Arthurian legend as a noble maiden known for her beauty and integrity
- Emmelyn
Celtic
40From Welsh 'em' (uncle) and 'lyn' (lake), traditionally interpreted as a feminine form of Emlyn, or alternatively related to Emma with the suffix -lyn meaning 'lake'
- Dylon
Celtic
40From Welsh 'dy' (thy) and 'llan' (sanctuary), meaning 'thy sanctuary.' Also associated with Dylan the sea god in Welsh mythology.
- Alys
Welsh
40From Old French 'aalis', a variant of Alice. Means 'noble' and gained popularity through medieval Welsh adaptations with distinctive spelling.
- Gwendolynn
Welsh
40From Welsh 'gwen' (white, blessed) and 'dolly' (idol), meaning 'blessed idol' or 'white bow'. Also associated with Gwendolen from Arthurian legend.
- Rhysand
Welsh
40From Welsh 'Rhys' meaning 'ardor' or 'enthusiasm', with literary suffix '-and'. Modern literary creation popularized by fantasy.
- Kambria
Celtic
40From Welsh 'Cambria', the Latin name for Wales. Kambria is a modern spelling variant referencing the ancient Celtic region and people.
- Drelyn
Celtic
40From Welsh elements meaning 'king' or 'noble' combined with 'lake'. Associated with leadership and natural beauty.
- Morgana
Celtic
40From Welsh meaning 'sea' or 'bright', associated with Arthurian legend as the enchantress Morgan le Fay
- Dyllan
Welsh
40Son of the sea or great tide. Derived from Welsh 'dy' (thy) and 'llanw' (tide/flood), referencing maritime heritage and natural power.
- Merryn
Celtic
40From Welsh 'merch' (maiden) and 'ryn' (sea). Associated with the ocean and femininity in Welsh tradition.
- Elwyn
Welsh
40White brow or fair-browed. From Welsh elements 'el' (noble) and 'gwyn' (white, fair), suggesting nobility and light.
- Powell
Welsh
40From Welsh 'ap Howell', meaning 'son of Howell'. Howell derives from Welsh elements meaning 'eminent' and 'lord'.
- Alwyn
Welsh
40Noble friend or fair-browed. Derived from Welsh elements meaning 'noble' and 'white' or 'brow,' suggesting a person of noble character and fair appearance.
- Adelyna
Celtic
40From Welsh 'adel' (noble) combined with feminine suffix '-yna'. Represents nobility and grace in Celtic tradition.
- Dylen
Welsh
40From Welsh 'dylunio' meaning 'to shape' or 'to form', also associated with Dylan the mythological sea god from Welsh legend
- Gwendolen
Welsh
40From Welsh 'gwen' (fair, white) and 'dolen' (ring, bow). Historically associated with fair-haired nobility and grace.
- Owens
Welsh
40From Welsh 'Owen' meaning 'young warrior' or 'noble one', used as a surname since medieval times
- Sian
Celtic
40God is gracious. A Welsh form of John, derived from the Hebrew Yochanan through Celtic adaptation and early Christian tradition.
- Trysten
Celtic
40From Welsh 'tryst' meaning tumult or noise. A modern variant spelling of Tristan, associated with the Arthurian legend of the knight Tristan.
- Brynli
Celtic
40From Welsh 'bryn' meaning hill, with feminine diminutive suffix -li. Modern invented name blending Celtic hill imagery with contemporary style.
- Lewyn
Celtic
40From Welsh meaning 'leader' or 'friend', possibly derived from 'llew' meaning lion combined with 'win' meaning friend or blessed one
- Trevyn
Celtic
40From Welsh 'tre' (settlement) and 'byn' (fair/pale), meaning 'fair settlement'. A modernized variant of Trevan with contemporary spelling.
- Heilyn
Welsh
40From Welsh 'hael' meaning generous, combined with diminutive '-yn'. Associated with generosity and grace in Welsh tradition.
- Kamber
Celtic
40From Welsh 'cam' (crooked) and 'ber' (short). Historically associated with the River Cambrian and used in medieval Welsh genealogy.
- Yennifer
Celtic
40From Welsh 'Gwenhwyfar', meaning 'fair one' or 'white wave'. Yennifer is a modern phonetic spelling variant popularized in fantasy literature.
- Taliesin
Welsh
40From Welsh 'tal' (brow/forehead) and 'iesin' (shining). A legendary Welsh bard and prophet in Arthurian mythology.
- Vaughan
Welsh
40From Welsh 'fychan' meaning 'small' or 'little', originally a patronymic surname adopted as a given name.
- Rhian
Welsh
40Maiden or queenly. Derived from Old Welsh elements suggesting royalty and femininity, though used unisex in modern American usage.
- Elin
Celtic
30Bright, shining light. A diminutive form related to Helen, deriving from the Greek helios (sun) through Celtic adaptation.
- Cambrie
Celtic
30From Welsh 'Cymru' meaning 'Wales' or 'Welsh', often modernized as a feminine variant combining Cambria with -ie suffix
- Eryn
Celtic
30From the Welsh element 'er' meaning to arise or emerge. Associated with poetic and literary tradition in Celtic cultures.
- Llewyn
Welsh
30From Welsh 'llew' (lion) and suffix '-wyn' (fair, blessed). Represents a lion-like strength paired with grace or favor.
- Britton
Celtic
30A person from Britain or Brittany; derived from the Celtic tribe name Britto, referring to the early inhabitants of the British Isles.
- Penn
Celtic
30Head or chief in Welsh. Also used as a short form of Pennsylvania, evoking American heritage and pioneering spirit.
- Maddyn
Celtic
30Son of Madoc or Madeuc, derived from Welsh roots meaning 'fortunate' or 'blessed.' A modern spelling variant emphasizing Celtic heritage.
- Winifred
Welsh
28From Welsh elements meaning 'fair' and 'blessed', or 'white wave'. Associated with Saint Winefride, a 7th-century Welsh saint and martyr.
- Arwen
Celtic
28From Welsh elements meaning 'noble' and 'fair'. Popularized as a literary name, notably the elf character from Tolkien's works.
- Seren
Welsh
20Star in Welsh. A luminous, celestial name rooted in nature and Welsh poetic tradition.
- Eirian
Welsh
20From Welsh meaning 'silver' or 'bright', associated with radiance and clarity
- Brynnly
Celtic
20From Welsh 'bryn' meaning 'hill', with modern -ly suffix creating a contemporary feminine form
- Rhyz
Celtic
20From Welsh 'rhys' meaning 'ardor' or 'enthusiasm', symbolizing passion and fiery spirit
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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024
