Gwendolyn
girl name#360 in 2025Gwendolyn entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #112 in 1951, ranks #360 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#360
rank today
#112
peak (1951)
848
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #862 |
| 1890s | #717 |
| 1900s | #400 |
| 1910s | #265 |
| 1920s | #219 |
| 1930s | #186 |
| 1940s | #148 |
| 1950s | #127 |
| 1960s | #196 |
| 1970s | #318 |
| 1980s | #537 |
| 1990s | #720 |
| 2000s | #618 |
| 2010s | #446 |
| 2020s | #383 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Gwendolyn has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 88,500 people named Gwendolyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gwendolyn alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gwendolyn in 2025?
- Gwendolyn ranks #360 among US girl names in 2025, with 848 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gwendolyn most popular?
- Gwendolyn peaked in 1951, reaching #112 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gwendolyn with classmates?
- Gwendolyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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