Declining since 2012, #2,957 for girls today.
Popularity of Gwenyth since 1921
Babies named Gwenyth per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 44 |
| 1930s | 38 |
| 1940s | 54 |
| 1950s | 59 |
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 12 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 135 |
| 2000s | 1,166 |
| 2010s | 1,348 |
| 2020s | 397 |
Meaning & origin
Gwenyth is a Welsh-origin name meaning "blessed, happy" or "white, fair," most familiar as a spelling variant of Gwyneth. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1921, but remained very rare for decades. The name reached its peak popularity in 2013, ranking 2957 that year, and has been declining in use since around 2012. Despite its low overall rank, Gwenyth has seen concentrated usage in New Jersey and California. With its soft, melodic sound and connection to Welsh heritage, the name offers a slightly less common alternative to Gwyneth while retaining the same elegant feel.
Gwenyth is a spelling variant of the Welsh name Gwyneth, which is most likely a feminine form of Gwyn, meaning "white, fair, blessed." The name was historically popular in Wales and gained wider English-speaking usage through actress Gwyneth Paltrow in the late 20th century.
Where Gwenyth is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gwen, Gwyn
Sibling names for Gwenyth
Names that share Gwenyth's style, for a brother or sister.
