Holding steady, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Gwyndolyn since 1924
Babies named Gwyndolyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 11 |
| 1930s | 27 |
| 1940s | 75 |
| 1950s | 77 |
| 1960s | 37 |
| 1970s | 29 |
| 1980s | 27 |
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 70 |
| 2010s | 82 |
| 2020s | 45 |
Meaning & origin
Gwyndolyn is a Welsh name that combines the elements gwyn (white, fair, blessed) and dolen (ring, bow), giving it the meaning of 'blessed ring' or 'white ring.' It entered U.S. records in 1924, and its peak year was 1952, yet it has never been common. As of 2025, the name ranks 13,208th, with an incidence of 1 in 267,878 girls, reflecting its steady but rare usage. The variant spelling with 'wy' distinguishes it from the more familiar Gwendolyn. Though no top states are recorded for Gwyndolyn due to its low numbers, it remains a distinctive choice that honors Welsh heritage.
Gwyndolyn is a variant of Gwendolen, derived from the Welsh elements *gwyn* (white, fair, blessed) and *dolen* (ring, bow). It appears in medieval Welsh legend, notably as the wife of the mythical king Locrinus. The name was revived in the 19th century and continues in use, often as a more elaborate spelling.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gwyn, Wyn, Lyn, Lynn
Sibling names for Gwyndolyn
Names that share Gwyndolyn's style, for a brother or sister.
