Popularity: 1597
Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Fair, white; Blessed, holy
Gwen is a baby girl name of Welsh origin, commonly derived from the name Gwenywÿfar, also known as Guinevere. A popular nickname for the names Gwendolen, Gwenllian, and Gwyneth, Gwen translates to “fair,” “white,” “blessed,” or “holy.” From movies to singers, this star-stunned name has outshined the rest and can be seen and heard across the globe in countries like the United States, Canada, and England. With a name as abundant as Gwen, baby is sure to feel as blessed as can be.