Gwendolen

Feminine

Meaning

Fair bow or blessed ring.

Etymology

From Welsh 'gwen' (fair, white, blessed) and 'dolen' (ring, loop). The name has literary significance through works like Oscar Wilde's 'The Importance of Being Earnest'.

About the Name Gwendolen

Gwendolen is a Welsh name meaning fair or blessed, popularized in literature and maintaining classic elegance. It has been a traditional name in English-speaking countries since the 19th century.

Notable Bearers

Gwendolen Fairfax (fictional character) Gwendolen Harleth (fictional character)

Historical People Named Gwendolen

Gwendolen Lazier