Wynn

♂ Boy

Pronounced WIN /wɪn/High

Meaning: Fair, white, or blessed; from the Old Welsh and Old English word wyn or gwyn meaning fair or whiteHigh

In 30 seconds: Wynn is a crisp one-syllable Welsh and Old English name meaning fair or blessed. It carries Celtic heritage with a modern minimalist feel, making it a sleek choice for parents drawn to ancient British roots.

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Origin HighWelsh, Old English

MeaningFair, white, or blessed; from the Old Welsh and Old English word wyn or gwyn meaning fair or white

U.S. rank (2025)#1726 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births95 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,630

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Wynn derives from the Old Welsh element gwyn meaning white or fair, a concept that also conveyed blessedness and purity in Celtic tradition. The cognate Old English form wyn meant joy or delight, adding another layer of positive meaning.

As a surname it is found throughout Wales and the Welsh Marches, and as a given name it gained modest use in the 20th century. The simplified spelling Wynn, as opposed to the more distinctly Welsh Wyn, gives the name broader English-language accessibility while retaining its Celtic roots.

Did you know? Wynn was also the name of the runic letter representing the /w/ sound in Old English, reflecting how deeply the root gwyn was embedded in early British culture.

Overall data confidence 90%

Behind the Name — Wynn — Welsh etymology and usageCeltic Name Database — gwyn root meanings

Variations

WynGwynQuinn

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

★Wynn Stewart (1934–1985)
American country music singer and songwriter who was one of the pioneers of the Bakersfield sound, with hits including It's Such a Pretty World Today.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Wynn mean?

Wynn means fair, white, or blessed, from the Old Welsh gwyn and Old English wyn, both conveying brightness and joy.

How do you pronounce Wynn?

It is said WIN, one syllable.

Is Wynn a boy or girl name?

Wynn is used for both boys and girls, though it leans slightly toward boys in Welsh tradition.

How popular is Wynn?

Wynn is a rare but recognized name in English-speaking countries, especially appealing to parents of Welsh ancestry or those seeking minimalist names.