Welsh baby names for boys and girls are great for those with family history in Wales or the United Kingdom, who love Celtic names, or who want a unique and meaningful baby name. Many Welsh names are not pronounced how they're spelled and there are modern versions of each.
Gender Neutral Welsh Baby Names
Welsh baby names tend to use more masculine and hard sounds, so it's no surprise there are many gender neutral name choices. Look for names that sound right for your baby and sound similar to the boy or girl names you typically like to find the best option for your family.
Names Associated With the Country Wales
Wales is a small Celtic nation in the United Kingdom rich with history and symbolism. When choosing an original baby name with meaning, look beyond naming books for words that represent the country.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff | 'kärdif | Capital city |
| Coch | KO'ch | Red, Color of dragon on flag |
| Cymraeg | kʰəmraːɨg | Welsh language |
| Cymru | 'kEmri | Welsh name for Wales |
| Draig | dr-eye-g | Dragon, Welsh flag symbol |
| Senedd | sen-edd | Welsh senate |
| Sterling | stir-ling | Monetary unit - pound sterling |
Most Popular Unisex Names in Wales
Some of the most popular names in Wales for boys or girls are often used as unisex names in other parts of the world. These names represent the top gender neutral names in Wales.
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Cai/Kai | Rejoice |
| Elis | My God is Yahweh |
| Morgan | Sea circle |
| Rhys/Reese | Enthusiasm |
| Rowan | Descendant of Rudhan |
| Sonny/Sunny | Young boy |
Unusual and Rare Gender Neutral Welsh Names
Many old Welsh names are not used often today and can be used for baby boys or girls. If you're looking for a beautiful, unique gender neutral name these options are a great place to start.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Aeron | EYE-ron | Berry |
| Afon | ah-vone | River |
| Eirian | ay-REE-on | Bright |
| Enfys | EHN-vis | Rainbow |
| Meredith | mair-ED-ith | Great lord |
| Wynne | WIN | Blessed, fair |
Baby Girl Names With Welsh Origins
Welsh baby girl names range from trendy to rare and meaningful to cool. Baby names for girls with Welsh origins can come from the language, what's hot in the country, or history.
Most Popular Girl Names in Wales
Many of the most popular baby names in Wales in 2018 were not Welsh names at all. If you just love Wales and it's culture, jump on their baby naming trends with these girl names.
| Name | Meaning | Origins |
|---|---|---|
| Olivia | Olive | Latin |
| Amelia | Work | Latin from Germanic |
| Ava | Breathe, live | Hebrew |
| Isla | Island name | Scottish |
| Ella | Other | English |
| Emily | Rival | Latin |
| Sophia | Wisdom | Greek |
| Evie | Breathe, live | Hebrew |
| Mia | Beloved | Egyptian |
| Poppy | Red flower | English |
Most Popular Girl Names in the U.S. With Welsh Origins
Diverse and unique names are trending in the U.S. right now. While these names might not hit the top 100 girl names, they do represent the top names in 2018 in the U.S. with Welsh origins for girls.
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Bryn/Brynn | Hill |
| Brynlee | Hill clearing |
| Dylan | Great tide |
| Gracelyn(n) | Gratful lake |
| Gwendolyn | White ring |
| Morgan | Sea circle |
| Reese | Enthusiasm |
| Teagan | Fair |
Unusual and Rare Welsh Girl Names
Welsh girl names tend to be in the medium to long length category for spelling and pronunciation. You won't find many girls anywhere in the world with these unique monickers.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Aeres | Aye-ress | Heiress |
| Afanen | a-VAN-ehn | Rasberry |
| Aures | ow-rus | Gold |
| Braith | BRAYTH | Freckled |
| Ceridwen | keh-RID-wehn | Blessed song |
| Ebrill | EB-rikh | April |
| Eiriana | ear-i-on-uh | Splendid |
| Fioled | fee-oh-leyed | Violet |
| Grug | GREEG | Heather |
| Gwylan | gwee-lon | Seagull |
| Manon | MAH-non | Queen |
| Rhosyn | hrah-SIN | Rose |
| Tanwen | TAHN-wen | White fire |
| Tirion | Tee-ree-ohn | Gentle, happy |
Cute Welsh Girl Names
Although many Welsh baby girl names are long, there are still short and cute options for baby names. These two-syllable Welsh names for girls are fun and easy to say.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Dilys | DIHL-ihss | Genuine |
| Gladys | GLAED-ihss | Country |
| Glenda | GLEHN-də | Pure and good |
| Mabyn | ma-bin | Youth |
| Meinir | may-neer | Maiden |
| Nerys | nerh-iss | Lady |
| Tegan | tay-gon | Fair |
Welsh Nature Names for Girls
If you're looking for hippie baby names or other names inspired by nature, consider plant and animal Welsh words or names.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Aderyn | ahd-AIR-in | Bird |
| Blodwen | BLOD-wehn | White flowers |
| Briallen | bree-AHSH-ehn | Primrose |
| Deryn | dair-in | Bird |
| Eira | ay-ruh | Snow |
| Elain | el-eye-n | Fawn |
| Ffion | FEE-awn | Foxglove |
| Haf | Hahv | Summer |
| Heulwen | HAYL-wehn | Sunshine |
| Seren | SEH-rehn | Star |
| Tesni | Tez-nee | sun's warmth |
Beautiful Welsh Names for Girls
Give your beautiful baby girl a beautiful Welsh name when you choose something that sounds elegant and sweet.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Anwen | on-wen | Very beautiful |
| Carys | KAHR-is | To love |
| Ceinwen | cane-wen | Fair and lovely |
| Eluned | ehl-IN-ehd | Idol |
| Gwendolen | GWEHN-də-lin | White ring |
Welsh Word Names for Girls
Welsh words that mean cute, sweet, or beautiful things can also make great creative names for baby girls. Consider your own interests and passions or your hopes for your daughter when choosing a word name.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Anadlu | ah-nahd-lee | To breathe |
| Blodyn | bloh-din | Flower |
| Canu | kah-nee | To sing |
| Dynes | duh-ness | Woman |
| Hiraeth | hear-eye-th | Longing |
| Lloer | uhl-eer | Moon |
| Nefoedd | NEH-foy-thuh | Heavens |
| Seren | seh-rehn | Star |
Welsh Mythology Names for Girls
Welsh legends and myths incorporate unique names for goddesses and other important mythological creatures. Give your baby girl an epic name that will lead her to do great things.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Arianrhod | ahr-ee-on-rhod | Silver wheel, goddess of the moon |
| Blodeuwedd | blod-ee-weth | Face of flowers, Arianrhod's daughter-in-law |
| Branwen | brand-wen | Beautiful rave, brother of Bran |
| Ceridwen | keh-RID-wehn | Bent woman, goddess who made potion of wisdom |
| Enid | EHN-id | Soul, wife in one of the Three Welsh Romances |
| Rhiannon | hree-AN-on | Great queen, horse goddess |
Medieval Welsh Girl Names
Sources for Welsh names from the late 1200s and from the late 1400s are difficult to come by, but they do exist. Many of these medieval girl names have been lost through history, but you could bring them back with your little girl.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Angharat | əŋˈhɑːrəd | Much loved |
| Generys | ge-nehr-iss | Family chief |
| Gweirvyll | gwayr-ville | Modest turn |
| Gwerith | gwayr-eeth | Bend |
| Hunith | huh-neeth | Sleep |
| Lewke | loo-ck | unknown |
| Mabilia | Mah-beel-ya | unknown |
| Milisandia | mil-iss-on-dee-uh | unknown |
| Mevanou | mah-van-ow | My woman |
| Morwid | mawr-wid | maiden |
| Nest | NEST | Chaste |
| Wentlyana | went-lee-ah-nah | unknown |
| Wervilla | w-air-veel-ah | unknown |
Welsh Versions of English Girl Names
Some names have been around for centuries and simply take on different forms in different languages. If you love a common English girls' name but want to modernize it, one trendy option is to use a different version of it such as the Welsh spelling and pronunciation.
| Welsh Name | English Name |
|---|---|
| Aliss | Alice |
| Bethan | Elizabeth |
| Betrys | Beatrice |
| Catrin | Catherine |
| Crystin | Christine |
| Ffraid | Bridget |
| Lowri | Laura |
| Mair | Mary |
| Mared/Marged | Margaret |
| Sian | Jeanne |
| Sioned | Janet |
| Siwan | Joan |
Baby Boy Names With Welsh Origins
Welsh baby boy names can come from historical documents and modern trends. Some of these names originated in Wales, while others come from countries around the world. Welsh boy names tend to sound strong and include d, y, l, and n.
Most Popular Boy Names in Wales
The most popular baby boy names in Wales in 2018 don't include any names of Welsh origins. If you want to fit in with modern Welsh culture, these names might be your ticket in.
| Name | Meaning | Origin |
|---|---|---|
| Oliver | Olive tree | Latin |
| Noah | Rest | Hebrew |
| Jacob | Supplanter | Hebrew |
| George | Farmer | Greek |
| Theo | God | Greek |
| Jack | Yahweh is gracious | Hebrew |
| Charlie | Warrior, man | Germanic |
| Leo | Lion | Latin |
| Alfie | Elf counsel | English |
| Harry | Home ruler | Germanic |
Most Popular Boy Names in the U.S. With Welsh Origins
While these names don't all reside in the top 100 names for boys in the U.S., they do represent the top ranking U.S. boy names with Welsh origins from 2018.
| Name | Pronunciation |
|---|---|
| Bryson | Son of Brice |
| Dawson | Son of David |
| Ellis | Kind |
| Evan | Yahweh is gracious |
| Griffin | Strong lord |
| Maddox | Son of Madoc |
| Owen | Youth |
| Trevor | Large village |
Unusual and Rare Welsh Boy Names
Rare names for boys don't have to be completely original, they can come from nearly forgotten times and places in history. These unusual Welsh boy names haven't caught on yet, so you could be a trendsetter if you choose one for your son.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodd | am-lothe | Praise, Grandfather of King Arthur |
| Baglen | bah-g-lenn | Place name |
| Beynon | beh-uh-nahn | Stability |
| Cayo | k-eye-oh | Place name |
| Derwen | dair-win | Oak tree |
| Dyfan | Duv-an | Welsh saint |
| Edryd | E-drrid | Of Welsh descent |
| Elgan | EHLGaeN | Bright circle |
| Eurion | Eye- RIY-aaN | Gold |
| Hefin | hev-in | Summery |
| Myrddin | mar-th-in | Sea fortress, Merlin's original name |
| Rhion | ree-on | King |
Loving and Meaningful Welsh Names for Boys
Show your little boy how much he is loved with a Welsh name that means something loving. These cute baby boy names will bring joy to your heart every time you hear them.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Carwyn | Kar-win | Love |
| Ceri | Keh-ree | To love |
| Dai | DYE | To shine |
| Pryderi | Pri-Deh-ree | Care |
Powerful and Strong Welsh Names for Boys
If manly and strong is what you're after in a boys name, these strong Welsh names are perfect. Names like these mean strong and powerful things, but they also sound bold.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Aneirin | an-AY-rin | Noble |
| Cadell | KAD-ehl | Battle |
| Cadfael | KAD-vyle | Battle prince |
| Emyr | EM-ur | Kind |
| Eurig | eye-rrig | Gold |
| Hywel | HOO-el | Eminent |
| Idris | ID-ris | Lord |
| Ifor | IH-vor | Bow warrior |
| Iorwerth | YOR-weth | Handsome lord |
| Trahaearn | trah-h-eye-rn | Much like iron |
| Tudor | TIH-dir | Ruler of the people |
Welsh Nature Names for Boys
Nature-loving parents can honor Mother Nature by choosing an adorable Welsh nature name. Geographical features, weather, flora, and fauna can all inspire nature names for boys.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Afon | Ah-vone | River |
| Aled | AL-ed | Welsh river name |
| Celyn | KEL-in | Holly |
| Glaw | gl-ow | Rain |
| Haul | hi-il | Sun |
| Talfryn | tahl-vrrin | High hill |
| Trefor | TRE-vor | Big village |
| Yale | ee-ah-leh | Fertile upland |
Welsh Word Names for Boys
The Welsh language is full of great, unique names for little boys. Check out a Welsh dictionary or encyclopedia to find a great meaningful word you can turn into a name.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Cwtch | kutch | A hug |
| Cynefin | kin-ev-n | The environment you're from |
| Hwyl | hoo-eel | Motivation, enthusiasm |
| Maen | mane | Stone |
| Tân | t-on | Fire |
| Wilber | will-bear | Wheelbarrow |
| Wybren | WE-brenn | Sky |
Medieval Welsh Boy Names
Names from Medieval times are rare, which means their meanings and pronunciations have often been lost over time. If you care more about the sound of a name and steering clear of trends, these names are for you.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Atto | unknown | unknown |
| Blethin | unknown | unknown |
| Deycus | unknown | unknown |
| Edenevet | unknown | unknown |
| Eynon | IE-nun | Anvil |
| Jevan | jeh-von | God is gracious |
| Griffri | Griff-rih | Strong lord |
| Griffid | griff-rid | Strong lord |
| Gogan | goh-gin | Satire |
| Gwyon | gwin | Blessed |
| Howel | hoh-well | Eminent |
| Iago | ee-A-gaw | Supplanter |
| Ithel | ee-sell | Generous lord |
| Kenuric | ken-ee-rick | Chief hero |
| Llewelyn | shə-WEH-lin | lion |
| Madoc | mah-doke | Fortunate |
| Ryrid | ree-rid | unknown |
| Tegwaret | teg-wuh-ret | Fair deliverance |
Welsh Mythology Names for Boys
Every culture has its own myths and legends which include lots of men with different powers and gifts. Choose a Welsh mythology name for your little guy and set him on the path of an amazing destiny.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Arawn | AH-roun | god of underworld |
| Bedivere | BED-ih-veer | unknown, King Arthur companion |
| Beli | bell-ih | Bright, ancestor deity |
| Bran | BRON | Raven, son of god Llyr |
| Geraint | GER-ine't | Old man, figure in many legends |
| Govannon | goh-vah-nohn | Smith, Irish smith god |
| Kay | kah-uh | To rejoice, Round Table Knight |
| Mabon | MAH-bon | Son, Celtic god |
| Math | MAHTH | Bear, King of Gwynedd and magician |
| Mordred | mah-oo-dred | Controlled, illegitimate son of King Arthur |
| Owain | O-wien | Well born, Round Table Knight |
| Peredur | peh-RAY-deer | Hard spears, figure in many legends |
| Urien | Yuw-RIY-ahN | Privileged birth, Morgan le fey's husband |
| Uther | oo-thu-r | Terrible, King Arthur's dad |
Welsh Versions of English Boy Names
When you love the most popular English boy names, but want something a bit less common, you can look to other cultures. These Welsh versions of common boy names make your little guy feel unique and not weird.
| Welsh Name | English Name |
|---|---|
| Alun | Alan |
| Andreas | Andrew |
| Cefin | Kevin |
| Dafydd | David |
| Deiniol | Daniel |
| Dewey | David |
| Drystan | Tristan |
| Ercwlff | Hercules |
| Folant | Valentine |
| Gwilim | William |
| Gwythyr | Victor |
| Iefan | John |
| Iestyn | Justin |
| Meical | Michael |
| Meurig | Maurice |
| Rhisiart | Richard |
| Siarl | Charles |
Baby Names From Wales
Whether you're Welsh, love Welsh culture, or are looking for new baby name options there are plenty of choices from Wales. Once you choose a Welsh name for your baby, do a little extra research to see what authentic meaning, spelling, and pronunciation variations there are. Choose the version that best suits your family and your baby.
