# What Does the Name Anwen Mean?

Anwen is a girl name of Welsh origin. It means “very beautiful”.

**Origin:** Welsh

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** AN-wen

The name Anwen comes from Welsh roots, where it carries the meaning “very beautiful”. It is pronounced AN-wen.

Is Anwen a boy or girl name? Anwen is traditionally used as a girl name.

## More Welsh names

- [**Gwen**white, fair, blessed](/baby-name-gwen-meaning/)
- [**Gwyneth**blessed](/baby-name-gwyneth-meaning/)
- [**Meredith**great ruler](/baby-name-meredith-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Anwen?

Anwen means “very beautiful”. It is a name of Welsh origin.

### What origin is the name Anwen?

Anwen is of Welsh origin.

### Is Anwen a boy or girl name?

Anwen is traditionally a girl name.