Gwendolyn
Meaning of Gwendolyn
The name Gwendolyn, pronounced as GWEHN-duh-lin (/ˌkwɛn-də-lɪn/), is a charming and classic choice for girls. Rooted in Welsh origin, Gwendolyn combines "gwen," meaning "white," "fair," or "blessed," with "dolen," meaning "ring" or "bow." This name evokes images of purity and grace, making it an enduring favorite. Variations of the name include Gwendolen and Gwendoline. Over the years, Gwendolyn has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking notably during the mid-20th century. Despite its ups and downs in ranking, it remains a beloved choice for parents seeking a name that is both timeless and elegant.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as GWEHN-duh-lin (/ˌkwɛn-də-lɪn/)
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Notable People Named Gwendolyn
| Gwendolyn Elizabeth Brooks was an influential American poet and author, known for her focus on the everyday experiences of ordinary people, and she was the first African American to win a Pulitzer Prize for Poetry. |
| Gwendolyn B. Bennett was an influential American artist, writer, and journalist known for her contributions to the Harlem Renaissance, particularly her short story "Wedding Day" and her dedication to African-American women's rights. |
| Gwendolyn Fiel Garcia is a prominent Filipina politician who has served as the governor of Cebu and as a House Deputy Speaker. |
| Dame Gwendolyn Tonge, a renowned Antiguan teacher and home economics expert, made significant contributions to women's issues and hosted the long-running cooking show "Cooking Magic." |
| Gwendolyn Ann Magee - Gwendolyn (Gwen) Ann Magee was a renowned African-American fiber artist known for her abstract and narrative quilts depicting the African-American experience, with her work featured in prestigious museums and galleries worldwide. |
| Gwendolyn Rosetta Capps Lightner was a highly influential American gospel pianist, arranger, and choir director known for her work with Mahalia Jackson and as a session musician for various gospel recordings. |
| Gwendolyn Lucy O'Soup Crane (1930–2005) was Canada's first female First Nations Chief and the first to be elected. |
| Gwendolyn Margaret Lizarraga, MBE, also known as Madam Liz, was a pioneering Belizean businesswoman, women's rights activist, and politician, who achieved several firsts for women in British Honduras, now Belize. |
| Gwendolyn Wilson Fowler was a pioneering African-American pharmacist and diplomat, known for being the first black woman licensed in Iowa and the first African-American woman from Iowa to serve in the United States Foreign Service. |
| Gwendolyn Bradley is an American soprano known for her performances on opera and concert stages worldwide. |
| Gwendolyn Zepeda is an American author and poet of Mexican American descent who served as Houston's first Poet Laureate from 2013 to 2015. |
| Gwendolyn J. Elliott was an American police officer and founder of Gwen's Girls, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk young women and girls. |
| Gwendolyn Muriel Grant (1877-1968) was an Australian artist known for her Impressionist-style portraits and coastal scenes, and she was a pioneering female exhibitor in Australia. |
| Gwendolyn Buray Ecleo-Pols is a Filipino politician and the unopposed Mayor of Dinagat, Dinagat Islands, Philippines from 2004 to 2013, as well as the Philippine Benevolent Missionaries Association, Incorporated Princess. |
| Gwendolyn Koldofsky was a celebrated Canadian piano accompanist, music educator, and Professor Emerita at USC. |
