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Gwendoline
Pronounced GWEN-doh-lin /ˈɡwɛn.doʊ.lɪn/Medium
Meaning: A form of Gwendolyn — from the Welsh gwen, 'white; fair; blessed', + dolen, 'a ring/bow', hence 'a white/blessed ring; fair bow'Low
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History & Origin
Gwendoline is a form of Gwendolyn — from the Welsh gwen, 'white; fair; blessed', + dolen, 'a ring/bow', hence 'a white/blessed ring; fair bow'. A lyrical, classic name (said 'GWEN-doh-lin').
In the U.S. and U.K. it appears as a classic form of Gwendolyn. Rare, a-blessed-ring at the root, and lyrical.
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What does the name Gwendoline mean?
Gwendoline is Welsh for 'a white/blessed ring; fair bow' (gwen + dolen); a form of Gwendolyn.
How do you pronounce Gwendoline?
It's said GWEN-doh-lin /ˈɡwɛn.doʊ.lɪn/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Gwendoline a boy or girl name?
Gwendoline is a girl's name.
How popular is Gwendoline?
Gwendoline is a very rare name in the U.S.