Gwendolin
Gwendolin is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,466 in the US, popular nicknames include Gwe, Gwy, and Gweie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gwendolin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 64 babies have been named Gwendolin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gwendolin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,466 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,466
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Gwendolin
Gwendolin is a girl name .
Gwendolin is currently ranked #23,466 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gwendolin include Gwe, Gwy, Gweie, and Gwenie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Gwendolin include Gwendolyn, Gwen, Gwenyth, Gwenivere, Gwenevere . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis