How Many People Are Named Gwenda?
Complete statistics for the name Gwenda: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Gwenda, a very rare female name, is held by just 1,676 people in the US today, making up 1 in 196,908 Americans. The majority, 86%, are over 60, showing how this name skews towards older generations.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with life-path number 9 are often seen as compassionate and understanding.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 71All 2,264 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1952Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Gwenda Through the Generations
Gwenda reached its peak popularity in 1952 with 109 births, but since then, its usage has declined significantly. Today, the average age of someone named Gwenda is 71, with most being over 60. Only 16 individuals are under 30, indicating a strong generational gap. its rarity, Gwenda is experiencing a slight resurgence, positioning itself as a name between classic and modern.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Gwenda
Gwenda is a feminine given name of Welsh origin. It was apparently derived in the 19th century using the Welsh adjectives gwen "white, fair, blessed" and da "good", and may be a variant of Gwendolen, or a feminine form of Gwyndaf, a Welsh saint.…
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🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Gwenda's Welsh roots
📄 About the Name Gwenda
How Many People Have the Name Gwenda?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,676 people in the United States currently share the name Gwenda. That works out to roughly 1 in every 196,908 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Gwenda a Common or Rare Name?
Gwenda is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Gwenda Mean?
Gwenda means "Welsh origin, meaning 'white'" and comes from Welsh origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Gwenda in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Gwenda Most Popular?
The name Gwenda reached peak popularity in 1952, with 109 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Gwenda?
Approximately 1,676 people named Gwenda live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,264. That works out to roughly 1 in 196,908 Americans.
Is Gwenda a rare name?
Gwenda is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 196,908 Americans has this name.
What does the name Gwenda mean?
Gwenda means "Welsh origin, meaning 'white'" and comes from Welsh origins.
Is Gwenda more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Gwenda are male and 100% are female.
When was Gwenda most popular?
Gwenda peaked in 1952 with 109 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.