Blessed, white, or fair
Derived from the Welsh word 'gwyn', meaning white, fair, or blessed. It is also closely associated with the ancient Welsh kingdom of Gwynedd, though the name itself gained popularity as a feminine given name in the 19th century.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Academy Award-winning actress and founder of Goop
Renowned Welsh operatic soprano
English science fiction and fantasy writer