NAME PROFILE

Gwenevere

Derived from the Welsh Gwenhwyfar, meaning 'white wave' or 'white phantom.' This name characterizes an individual with a luminous and serene disposition, embodying a spirit that is both ethereal and resilient.

Key Stats

Total births1,199
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year2023
Peak generationGen A
First recorded1957
Most recent2025
Syllables3
OriginWelsh
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Name Traits & Attributes

⚡ Modern Favorite

Top States

TX — 50%AL — 17%CA — 17%MS — 8%PA — 8%

Notable People

Guinevere (Legendary Queen, Arthurian Legend) · Guinevere Van Seenus (Model, Versace campaigns) · Guinevere Turner (Actress, The L Word) · Gwen Stefani (Singer, No Doubt) · Gwen Ifill (Newscaster, PBS NewsHour)

Nicknames & Diminutives

GwenGwennyVeraEveEvie

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