742 Welsh Baby Names With Meanings

Explore the world of sophisticated names from the ancient era.

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• Oct 30, 2023

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Selecting an ideal baby name may not be easy since you must pick a name that doesn’t just sound rhythmic and beautiful but also carries profound meanings and stands the test of time, much like Welsh baby names. With the red dragon on the national flag and majestic castles on the coastline, Wales has attracted a newfound interest in recent years, thanks to its baby names. A small country in the UK and the homeland of Arthurian legends, Welsh baby names originate in the Celtic language, which has evolved to a great extent over the centuries. Welsh heritage boasts names of ancient lineage, stretching back to thousands of years. The mother tongue of Wales may sound a bit harsh and disjointed to the ears, but the names are poetic and roll down the tongue smoothly. In ancient times, Welsh people followed a patronymic naming system. Patronymics is the process of giving the child his father’s given or forename as the first name. Hence, the family name changed in successive generations. A son's identity was tied to their father's name, adorned with "ap" or "ab." This tradition for daughters involved adding "ferch" or "verch," denoting their paternal lineage. At the turn of the 15th century, Welsh families began adopting permanent surnames, and the patronymic naming pattern ended. But the range of Welsh surnames is quite small, primarily due to the reduction in baptismal names after the Protestant Reformation. Parents are free to bestow any desired name or surname upon their children, with the father’s surname more commonly used than the mother’s. However, the registrar's authority is limited to rejecting names deemed unlawful, such as those with racist connotations.
Our list provides extensive Welsh name options, guiding you with the gender and meaning of each name. Ranging from timeless classics to undiscovered modern treasures, we're here to assist in discovering an ideal name for your child.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Aaiden	Boy	Fiery or little fire
Aberforth	Boy	From the rivera in Gaelic
Addien	Girl	A pleasant or beautiful girl
Aelin	Girl	Bright; Shining light
Aelwen	Girl	A fair eyebrows, not black
Aelwin	Girl	One with the blessed eyebrow
Aerona	Girl	The end of the battle
Aeronwen	Boy	The winner or victor of a battle
Aeronwy	Boy	The battle winner
Aerowyn	Boy	The victorious person from the battle

Afon	Unisex	A river, a stream, or water
Alanie	Unisex	Graceful, serene, peace-loving
Alauna	Unisex	Noble or fair one
Aled	Boy	A Child; Offspring; A variant name of Aledwen
Alun	Boy	A stony, fair and handsome being who is in sync with harmony, nobility and peace
Alwyn	Boy	Wise friend
Amael	Unisex	Healer, messenger, angelic
Amandeep	Girl	Peace; Lamp and light
Amelia	Girl	Hardworking and industrious
Amren	Unisex	Bravery and strength

Andras	Boy	Male; Manly; Brave; Virility; A variant of name Andrea
Andrielle	Unisex	Graceful and blessed
Aneurin	Boy	High Minded; A variation of name is Aneirin
Angharad	Girl	Much loved
Anwyll	Boy	Beloved, fortunate, blessed
Anyon	Boy	Anvil
Ap	Unisex	Son; Son of
Arawyn	Unisex	Magical; Nature-inspired; Independent
Ardent	Boy	To burn
Ardyn	Unisex	Eager; Ardent

Arianda	Girl	The one who is holy and serene
Arianrhod	Unisex	Silver wheel; Wheel of the heavens
Arthas	Boy	Noble leader, strong ruler
Arthyen	Boy	Cornish form of the Welsh name Arthen; Bear born
Arvel	Boy	Wept over; A variant of the name Arvel
Arwen	Girl	Noble maiden
Auryn	Unisex	A powerful person; Golden haired individual
Ava	Girl	Guarantee
Avyn	Unisex	Strength and independence
Awdrie	Boy	Everlasting inspiration

Awen	Girl	A muse; An interesting person
Baines	Boy	The son of Einws
Barwyn	Boy	A white mound
Bennington	Girl	Settlement associated with Benna
Berwyn	Boy	White mound; Friend of the harvest; A variant of Berwin
Bethan	Girl	Consecrated to God
Betrys	Girl	From Beatrice
Bevan	Boy	Son of Evan
Beynon	Boy	Son of Eynon
Blen	Unisex	Enlightenment; To shine brightly

Bleuzen	Girl	The Bretons form of the Welsh Blodwen; White flowers
Blevine	Unisex	A child who is like a wolf cub
Blodwyn	Girl	Flower
Boudica	Girl	it is the name of a queen of the iceni tribe of the british empire.
Bowen	Boy	Son of Owen; Noble; Victorious
Bowyn	Unisex	White-haired warrior
Brac	Boy	free
Bran	Boy	A raven; A black bird that resembles a crow
Branwen	Girl	Beautiful raven
Brax	Boy	Strong; Bold; Fierce

Breckyn	Girl	Having a freckled or spotted face
Brecon	Unisex	Underlined strength; Charismatic leader
Breunor	Boy	Brown man
Briallen	Girl	A woman like a primrose flower
Brin	Girl	One who is from the hill
Bronwen	Girl	A white breasted woman
Bronwyn	Girl	Fair breast
Brylin	Unisex	Strong; Courageous; Intelligent
Brynlee	Boy	Hill; Mound; Burned clearing
Brynley	Unisex	Strong, courageous, noble

Brynmor	Boy	From the great hill
Brynn	Boy	Hill; Mound; Bright; Fair-haired; Champion
Brynna	Girl	A woman from the hill
Brynne	Boy	He who is from the hill
Brynner	Boy	A man who lives in the hill
Brynnlee	Boy	One who comes from the land of the hills
Brynnley	Boy	One from the hil lands
Cadan	Boy	A variant of Cadell and Kaden; Battle; Companion
Cade	Boy	Spirit of the battle; Sturdy; Rhythm
Cadel	Boy	Great battle

Cadell	Boy	Battle spirit
Cadfael	Boy	Battle prince
Cadfan	Boy	Battle peak.
Cadi	Girl	Pure woman
Cadie	Girl	She who is pure
Cadmael	Boy	War chieftain
Cadmon	Boy	Battle warrior
Cadoc	Boy	He who fights the battles
Cadog	Boy	To be in the battle
Cadogan	Boy	Finds honor in battle

Cadwal	Boy	Battle commander
Cadwalader	Boy	Leads into battle
Cadwaladr	Boy	Surname: Battle leader
Cadwallader	Boy	Leads to battle
Cadwgan	Boy	Glorious in battle
Cadwgon	Boy	Has glory in battle
Cadwyn	Boy	Chained individual
Caian	Boy	Rejoice
Caio	Boy	Rejoice; Joyful
Camea	Boy	His nose is crooked

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Welsh baby names reflect distinct traits and the undeniable charm of Wales' language and culture. Over time, English neighbors' influence has led to anglicized variations, streamlining pronunciation or spelling. These names testify to parents' wish to instill confidence in their child’s identity and connect them to their roots. You may pick a name aligned with your taste, to present your child with a timeless name representing the class and legacy of Welsh history and tradition.

Infographic: Wonderful Welsh Baby Names For Your Little Star

Wales is a land of rich history, mythology, and ancient legends. Names with Welsh heritage have profound meaning, and their distinct sound and spelling ensure it's a memorable choice, giving a unique identity to the bearer. Our infographic presents traditional and contemporary Welsh-origin names, so go ahead and pick a suitable one for your cherished little one.

authentic welsh names for your adorable baby (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a traditional Welsh name?

There are several traditional names in Welsh culture for both boys and girls. Dylan (meaning son of the sea), Bedwyr (meaning Legendary son of Pedrawd), Cadwgan (battle glory), and Emrys (meaning immortal) are some traditional boy names. Some traditional feminine names include Angharad (meaning much loved), Ceridwen (meaning blessed poetry), Rhiannon (meaning great queen), and Gwendolen (meaning blessed ring).

2. Which Welsh name means grace?

Carys is a feminine Welsh name that means ‘grace.’ There are several Welsh names that mean the grace of God, including Sianna, Siana, Siandrah, and Evan.

3. Which Welsh name means Lily?

Lily is a common floral name for girls, and the Welsh version is spelled as Lili.

4. What are some Welsh baby names that are difficult to pronounce for non-native speakers?

Welsh names can be difficult to pronounce for non-native speakers because it is a phonetic language. They include Blodeuwedd meaning ‘flower face,’ Creiddylad meaning ‘jewel of the sea,’ Gwawrddydd meaning dawn, Myfanwy meaning ‘my fine’ or ‘rare one,’ Siwan, which is the Welsh form of Joan, Cynddelw meaning ‘high’ or ‘exalted,’ Llefelys meaning ‘sweet voice,’ and Ynyr which is the Welsh form of the name Honorius.

5. What are some Welsh baby names that have a connection to Welsh mythology or folklore?

Arawn is a masculine name with connections to Welsh mythology. It is the name of the Mythical king of the Underworld. Bedwyr is a variation of the Bedivere and is found in the Arthurian legends; he was one of the original companions of King Arthur. Gwenhwyfar is the Welsh form of the name Guinevere, who was the beautiful wife of King Arthur from the Arthurian legend.

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