How Many People Are Named Gwyn?
Complete statistics for the name Gwyn: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Gwyn means 'blessed' in Welsh, making it a rare gem among names, with only 1 in 179,844 Americans bearing it. That's just 1,835 people today, mostly over 60, thanks to its peak popularity back in 1962.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 6 represents harmony, responsibility, and nurturing.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 64All 2,404 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: 1962Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Gwyn Through the Generations
From its heyday in 1962 when 135 babies were named Gwyn, this name has seen a steady presence through the decades. Today, the majority of those named Gwyn are over 60, with 69% falling into this age bracket. The younger generation isn't completely absent though, with 242 under-30s and 507 aged 30-60, showing a stable trend that keeps Gwyn relevant without being trendy.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Gwyn's Welsh roots
📄 About the Name Gwyn
How Many People Have the Name Gwyn?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,180 people in the United States currently share the name Gwyn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 152,041 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Gwyn a Common or Rare Name?
Gwyn 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 Gwyn Mean?
Gwyn means "blessed" and comes from Welsh origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Gwyn in SSA data, approximately 5% are male and 95% are female.
When Was Gwyn Most Popular?
The name Gwyn reached peak popularity in 1962, with 135 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
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 Gwyn?
Approximately 2,180 people named Gwyn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,180. That works out to roughly 1 in 152,041 Americans.
Is Gwyn a rare name?
Gwyn is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 152,041 Americans has this name.
What does the name Gwyn mean?
Gwyn means "blessed" and comes from Welsh origins.
Is Gwyn more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 5% of people named Gwyn are male and 95% are female.
When was Gwyn most popular?
Gwyn peaked in 1962 with 135 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
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.