UK girl's name
Gwynevere
A Welsh feminine name derived from ancient Celtic elements meaning "blessed" or "fair and smooth".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Gwynevere is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Gwynevere popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5687, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2023 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Gwynevere is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Gwynevere. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Gwynevere ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 3 girls were registered as Gwynevere.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Gwynevere as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5687
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2023
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Gwynevere mean?
The name Gwynevere is derived from the Welsh language and has its roots in the early medieval period. It is a feminine variant of the name Gwenhwyfar, which means "white spirit" or "fair spirit" in Welsh. The name is closely associated with the legendary figure of Lady Gwenhwyfar, better known as Guinevere, the wife of King Arthur in Arthurian legends.
The earliest recorded use of the name Gwynevere dates back to the 12th century, when it appeared in the works of medieval Welsh poets and storytellers. It was often used as a poetic name or epithet for the character of Guinevere in the tales of the Knights of the Round Table and the mythical exploits of King Arthur.
In literature, the name Gwynevere is prominently featured in Sir Thomas Malory's 15th-century work "Le Morte d'Arthur," which recounts the tales of King Arthur and his knights. Malory's portrayal of Guinevere, spelled as "Gwynevere," had a significant influence on subsequent depictions of the character in various artistic and literary works.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Gwynevere. One of the earliest recorded examples is Gwynevere de Monmouth (c. 1150 – c. 1200), a Welsh noblewoman who was a descendant of the legendary King Arthur. Another notable figure was Gwynevere de Burgh (c. 1280 – c. 1350), an English noblewoman and the daughter of Richard de Burgh, Earl of Ulster.
In the realm of literature, Gwynevere Finlay (1900 – 1991) was a Scottish author and poet known for her works on Scottish folklore and mythology. Additionally, Gwynevere Montague (1932 – 2013) was an American actress and writer who appeared in various television shows and films throughout her career.
More recently, Gwynevere Ward (born 1979) is a British actress and singer who has appeared in various stage productions and television series. She is known for her portrayal of Constance Bonacieux in the BBC series "The Musketeers."
While the name Gwynevere has its roots in Welsh mythology and Arthurian legends, it has transcended its medieval origins and continues to be used as a distinctive and evocative name in various cultures and societies.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Gwynevere by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Gwynevere was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5687 | 3 | 1 |
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- Gabriela 3,300
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- Gracie-Mae 1,727
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FAQ
Gwynevere: questions and answers
How popular is the name Gwynevere in the UK right now?
In 2023, Gwynevere was ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Gwynevere most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 3 babies registered as Gwynevere in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Gwynevere?
A Welsh feminine name derived from ancient Celtic elements meaning "blessed" or "fair and smooth".
How many people are called Gwynevere in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Gwynevere across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.