Gwendlyn
Girl nameGwendlyn has been given to 498 babies in the U.S. since 1921. It peaked in 1952.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
498
Peak year
1952 (20 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1921
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Gwendlyn — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Gwendlyn.
Sibling name ideas for Gwendlyn
Same era and popularity as Gwendlyn, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Gwendlyn?
Gwendlyn has been given to 498 babies in the U.S. since 1921. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Gwendlyn peak?
Gwendlyn peaked in 1952, when 20 babies were given the name.
Is Gwendlyn a girl or boy name?
Gwendlyn is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Gwendlyn are girls).
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