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Glynis

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Pronounced GLIN-iss /ˈɡlɪn.ɪs/Medium

Meaning: A Welsh feminine name from 'glyn,' 'valley' (a small, wooded valley). It gained mid-century visibility through Welsh actress Glynis Johns.Low

In 30 seconds: A lilting Welsh name: Glynis means 'valley' (Welsh), said 'GLIN-iss.' Vintage and lyrical.
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Origin MediumWelsh
MeaningA Welsh feminine name from 'glyn,' 'valley' (a small, wooded valley). It gained mid-century visibility through Welsh actress Glynis Johns.
U.S. rank (2008)#18487 ↘ Falling
2008 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1963
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,014

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196319392008

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Glynis is a Welsh name from 'glyn,' 'valley.' It reached mid-century American ears largely through actress Glynis Johns, peaked in 1963, and faded thereafter (said 'GLIN-iss').

Glynis belonged to the sixties nurseries and is rare today. Rare, lyrical, and vintage.

Did you know? Glynis, the Welsh 'valley,' drew notice through actress Glynis Johns; it peaked around 1963 and has faded since.
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Glynis — Welsh 'glyn' 'valley'; actress Glynis Johns

Variations

GlenysGlynnisGlenice

Nicknames

GlynNissa

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Glynis mean?

Glynis is a Welsh feminine name from 'glyn,' meaning 'valley.'

How do you pronounce Glynis?

It's said GLIN-iss /ˈɡlɪn.ɪs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Glynis a boy or girl name?

Glynis is used here as a girl's name.

How popular is Glynis?

Glynis peaked in the early sixties and is uncommon now.

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