White shadow or white wave
A variant of Guinevere, which is the Norman-French form of the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar. It is composed of the elements 'gwen' meaning white, fair, or blessed, and 'hwyfar' meaning smooth or phantom. In Arthurian legend, she was the beautiful and tragic queen of King Arthur.
Less common today
Gwynevere isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,006 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Princess of Sunlight and daughter of Lord Gwyn · Dark Souls
American actress known for independent films
