Glyn Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Welsh
Gender Distribution:
94% Masculine / 6% Feminine
Meaning:
Glyn means 'valley' or 'deep ravine' in Welsh.
Meaning of the Name Glyn
Glyn is a Welsh name meaning 'valley' or 'deep ravine'. It is derived from the Welsh word 'glyn', which refers to a narrow and steep-sided mountain valley. It is commonly used as a given name for boys in Wales. Glyn has ancient roots in Welsh history and is often associated with the rugged and scenic landscapes of the country.
Popularity of the Name Glyn
The popularity for the name Glyn peaked in popularity in the year 1934 with 39 births, which ranked number 2,170 out of 8,191 unique names for that year. Glyn had the most female births in 1937 with 9, which ranked number 2,940 out of 4,929 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 1934 with 39, which ranked number 1,038 out of 4,206 male names for that year.
Nationwide Popularity of Glyn
Popularity of Glyn by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Glyn. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Glyn in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Glyn is a great pick!
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