Glyn Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: GLIN //ɡlɪn//
Origin: Welsh; Irish
Meaning: Welsh: valley; Irish: descendant of the warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Glyn has its roots in the Welsh language, deriving from the word "glyn," which means "vale" or "glen." This term is derived from the Old Welsh "glin," which also signifies a narrow valley. The transition of the name into English occurred through the influence of the Welsh language on the English spoken in Wales, particularly during the periods of Norman and later English rule in the region.
The name has been used in various forms, including Glynne, which can also be traced back to Welsh origins, often associated with geographical features in the landscape of Wales. Historically, the name Glyn has been associated with notable figures in Welsh history, particularly during the medieval period.
One significant milestone is its association with the Glyn family, who were prominent in the 13th century. The name appears in various historical records, including the writings of Geoffrey of Monmouth in the 12th century, which helped to popularize Welsh names and legends.
Additionally, the name has been linked to various places in Wales, further embedding it in the cultural and historical landscape of the region. Culturally, Glyn carries connotations of natural beauty and tranquility, reflecting the serene landscapes of Wales.
The name's association with valleys and glens resonates with the Welsh appreciation for nature and the outdoors. This connection to the land has contributed to the name's endurance in Welsh culture.
While diminutive forms like Glynny may exist, the name Glyn itself has maintained a strong identity, symbolizing both a geographical feature and a sense of heritage that is deeply rooted in Welsh tradition.
Famous people named Glyn
In this section, you will find notable people named Glyn. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Glyn who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Glyn Johns is a music producer and sound engineer best known for his work with The Rolling Stones, The Eagles, and Led Zeppelin.
Glyn Baker is a British artist and author best known for his works in painting and illustration.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Glyn was first seen in the United States in 1912.
Glyn has ranked as high as #1923 nationally, which occurred in 1934, and has been most popular in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Kentucky.
In the past 5 years the name Glyn has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Glyn is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Glyn was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Glyn.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1998 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1994 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1989 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1988 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1985 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1984 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1983 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1982 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1980 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1979 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1978 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1977 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1976 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1973 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1972 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1971 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1970 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1969 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1968 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1967 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1966 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1965 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1964 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1963 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1962 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1961 | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| 1960 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1959 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1958 | 22 | 17 | 5 |
| 1957 | 29 | 24 | 5 |
| 1956 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1955 | 26 | 21 | 5 |
| 1954 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1953 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 1952 | 31 | 24 | 7 |
| 1951 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1950 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1949 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 1948 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1947 | 26 | 21 | 5 |
| 1946 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1945 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1944 | 31 | 23 | 8 |
| 1943 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 1942 | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| 1941 | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| 1940 | 29 | 22 | 7 |
| 1939 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1938 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 1937 | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| 1936 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1935 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1934 | 44 | 39 | 5 |
| 1933 | 39 | 31 | 8 |
| 1932 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1931 | 36 | 36 | 0 |
| 1930 | 28 | 20 | 8 |
| 1929 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1928 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1927 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1926 | 32 | 27 | 5 |
| 1925 | 35 | 29 | 6 |
| 1924 | 30 | 30 | 0 |
| 1923 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1922 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1921 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1920 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1919 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1918 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1917 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1916 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1915 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1914 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1913 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1912 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
Top States for Glyn (1966)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |