TheNameDBGwyne
PatronymicMeaning
A surname derived from the Welsh personal name Gwyn, meaning 'white' or 'fair', with a variant spelling.
Etymology
The name comes from the Welsh 'gwyn' meaning 'white' or 'fair', with the '-e' suffix representing a variant spelling or anglicization. The surname indicates descent from a person named Gwyn.
About the Gwyne Surname
A Welsh patronymic surname derived from the personal name Gwyn, with a variant spelling. The name reflects Welsh naming traditions and remains relatively uncommon.
Distribution
Found primarily in Wales and among Welsh diaspora communities, with some occurrences in England and North America.
Notable Bearers
Limited documented historical figures