Holding steady.
Popularity of Glenys since 1911
Babies named Glenys per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 74 |
| 1920s | 129 |
| 1930s | 103 |
| 1940s | 110 |
| 1950s | 88 |
| 1960s | 19 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 16 |
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 16 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Glenys is a Welsh name that saw its peak use in 1925, the year it was most popular in the United States. The trajectory of its usage has been stable but low since its first recorded appearance in 1911. While it has not ranked in recent years, its one-in-N incidence is unknown, indicating scarcity. Glenys has not been revived in modern decades and remains a rare choice, primarily used in regions with Welsh heritage.
Glenys is a Welsh name, possibly a variant of Glen or a feminine form of Glyn, meaning 'valley'. Alternatively, it may be linked to the Welsh word 'glân', meaning 'pure' or 'holy'. The name emerged in Wales in the late 19th century and saw popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in Wales and England.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Glennie, Glen
Sibling names for Glenys
Names that share Glenys's style, for a brother or sister.
