Gwendoline Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationGwen-doh-leen / ɡwɛnˈdoʊlɪnWelsh; French
Meaning
Welsh: fair and blessed; French: white, fair
Historical & Cultural Background
Gwendoline is derived from the Welsh name Gwendolyn, which combines 'gwen' meaning 'fair' or 'blessed' and 'dolen' meaning 'ring' or 'loop'. The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has also been associated with various literary works, contributing to its cultural significance.
Trend Summary
Gwendoline has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gwendolyn
- Gwendoline
International Variants
- Gwendolyn (English)
- Gwendolène (French)
Famous people named Gwendoline
Gwendoline Christie is an English actress known for her role as Brienne of Tarth in the television series 'Game of Thrones'.
Gwendoline Yeo is a Singaporean-American actress and voice actress recognized for her work in animated series and video games.
Fictional characters named Gwendoline
Gwendoline is a character in the 'Winnie the Pooh' franchise, known for her gentle and kind nature.
Gwendoline is a character in the book 'The Secret Garden' by Frances Hodgson Burnett, representing innocence and curiosity.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gwendoline was first seen in the United States in 1893. Gwendoline has ranked as high as #903 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Gwendoline has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gwendoline
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1903 | 9 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 10 |