TheNameDBGwin
PatronymicMeaning
A surname derived from the Welsh personal name Gwyn, meaning 'white' or 'fair'.
Etymology
The name comes from the Welsh 'gwyn' meaning 'white' or 'fair', a common element in Welsh personal names and surnames. The surname represents a patronymic form indicating descent from a person named Gwyn.
About the Gwin Surname
A Welsh patronymic surname derived from the personal name Gwyn, meaning 'white' or 'fair'. The name reflects Welsh naming traditions and remains concentrated in Welsh-speaking regions.
Distribution
Found primarily in Wales and among Welsh diaspora communities, particularly in North America and Australia.
Notable Bearers
Limited documented historical figures