Gwendolen
girl name#8860 in 2025Gwendolen entered the US charts in 1903, peaked at #1592 in 1903, ranks #8860 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1903–2025
#8860
rank today
#1592
peak (1903)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1775 |
| 1910s | #3293 |
| 1920s | #4196 |
| 1930s | #3533 |
| 1940s | #4332 |
| 1950s | #4274 |
| 1960s | #3743 |
| 1970s | #3494 |
| 1980s | #7613 |
| 1990s | #13016 |
| 2000s | #14025 |
| 2010s | #8450 |
| 2020s | #8075 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Gwendolen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gwendolen alive today was born around 1974, making them about 51 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gwendolen in 2025?
- Gwendolen ranks #8860 among US girl names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gwendolen most popular?
- Gwendolen peaked in 1903, reaching #1592 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gwendolen with classmates?
- Gwendolen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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