# What Does the Name Gwen Mean?

Gwen is a girl name of Welsh origin. It means “white, fair, blessed”.

**Origin:** Welsh

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** GWEN

The name Gwen comes from Welsh roots, where it carries the meaning “white, fair, blessed”. It is pronounced GWEN.

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

## More Welsh names

- [**Gwyneth**blessed](/baby-name-gwyneth-meaning/)
- [**Meredith**great ruler](/baby-name-meredith-meaning/)
- [**Bryn**hill](/baby-name-bryn-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Gwen?

Gwen means “white, fair, blessed”. It is a name of Welsh origin.

### What origin is the name Gwen?

Gwen is of Welsh origin.

### Is Gwen a boy or girl name?

Gwen is traditionally a girl name.