Gwinn
Pronunciation: [ gw-IHN ]
Gwinn is a girl baby name. Ranked #63,757 in the US, popular nicknames include Gwi, Gwy, and Gwiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gwinn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.
Over 5 babies have been named Gwinn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gwinn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #63,757 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #63,757
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Gwinn is also used as a boy name, ranked #16666.
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About the Name Gwinn
Gwinn is a girl name .
Is Gwinn a boy or girl name? Gwinn is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #63,757 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #16,666. Gwinn is more commonly used as a boy name.
Gwinn is currently ranked #63,757 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gwinn include Gwi, Gwy, and Gwiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis