How Many People Are Named Gwynne?

Complete statistics for the name Gwynne: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Gwynne
Very Rare
Welsh

Gwynne, a very rare female name, has only been given to 1,427 babies in US history, making it 1 in 303,867 Americans who carry this unique moniker. The majority of people named Gwynne are over 60, with the peak year being 1951 when 48 babies were named Gwynne.

~493
Living in US
1 in 672,311
Americans
1951
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

🌐
Origin
Welsh
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Elegant Mysterious
7
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 7 are often introspective and analytical, seeking deeper truths.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

3,516
Worldwide Bearers
#119,674
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
2,583
🇬🇧 England
271
🇬🇧 Wales
265
🇨🇦 Canada
168
🇵🇭 Philippines
75
🇿🇦 South Africa
44
🇳🇿 New Zealand
20
🇬🇧 Scotland
17
🇦🇺 Australia
13
🇨🇱 Chile
13

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
4 (0%)
♀ Female
1,082 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 65
89
Would be under 30 (6%)
434
Would be 30–60 (30%)
904
Would be over 60 (63%)

All 1,427 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: 1951

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
90
Classic Feel
67
Modern Appeal
33
International
92

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Gwynne Through the Generations

Over the decades, Gwynne has seen its popularity fluctuate but remains a name between classic and modern. With 1,086 estimated living bearers today, it's clear that the name has a strong presence among older generations, with 63% of those named Gwynne being over 60 years old. This age skew suggests that while the name might be slowly rising in popularity, it still holds a nostalgic charm for many.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 29
Illinois 19
Pennsylvania 16
California 10
New Jersey 6
Ohio 6
South Carolina 5

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Gwynne's Welsh roots

📄 About the Name Gwynne

How Many People Have the Name Gwynne?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 493 people in the United States currently share the name Gwynne. That works out to roughly 1 in every 672,311 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Gwynne a Common or Rare Name?

Gwynne 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.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Gwynne in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Gwynne Most Popular?

The name Gwynne reached peak popularity in 1951, with 48 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly 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 Gwynne?

Approximately 493 people named Gwynne live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 493. That works out to roughly 1 in 672,311 Americans.

Is Gwynne a rare name?

Gwynne is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 672,311 Americans has this name.

What does the name Gwynne mean?

The meaning and origin of Gwynne are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.

Is Gwynne more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Gwynne are male and 100% are female.

When was Gwynne most popular?

Gwynne peaked in 1951 with 48 births that year. Current trend: Slowly 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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US493
All-Time Births493
1 in X1 in 672,311
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age65
Peak Year1951
World Rank#119,674
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.