Gwenlyn
girl nameGwenlyn entered the US charts in 1934, peaked at #3145 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1934–2025
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rank today
#3145
peak (1939)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3364 |
| 1940s | #3770 |
| 1950s | #4932 |
| 1960s | #6294 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gwenlyn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gwenlyn alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gwenlyn in 2025?
- Gwenlyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gwenlyn most popular?
- Gwenlyn peaked in 1939, reaching #3145 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gwenlyn with classmates?
- Gwenlyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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