Guenevere — Baby Name Meaning and Origin
Guenevere is a feminine name of Welsh origin. It is composed of the elements 'gwen', meaning 'white', 'fair', or 'blessed', and 'efer', meaning 'smooth' or 'fair'. The name can be interpreted as 'white and fair' or 'blessed beauty'.
Guenevere
Meaning of Guenevere:
Guenevere is a feminine name of Welsh origin. It is composed of the elements 'gwen', meaning 'white', 'fair', or 'blessed', and 'efer', meaning 'smooth' or 'fair'. The name can be interpreted as 'white and fair' or 'blessed beauty'. Guenevere is a name that represents grace, elegance, and timeless beauty.
- Gender: Girl
- Origin: Welsh, Arthurian, Romance, Roman
- US popularity: In 2019, 8 newborns in the United States were named Guenevere (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1971 with 14 babies.
Similar Names:
Genevee , Genever , Genevre , Guenever , Guenievre , Guinevere , Guinnevere , Gunever , Gwenevere , Gweneviere
More names starting with G:
Gaabriel , Gaal , Gab , Gabanos , Gabbanelli , Gabbe , Gabbi , Gabbie , Gabbo , Gabbriel , Gabbriella , Gabbrielle
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What does the name Guenevere mean?
Guenevere is a feminine name of Welsh origin. It is composed of the elements 'gwen', meaning 'white', 'fair', or 'blessed', and 'efer', meaning 'smooth' or 'fair'. The name can be interpreted as 'white and fair' or 'blessed beauty'.
What is the origin of the name Guenevere?
Guenevere is a girl's name of Welsh, Arthurian, Romance, Roman origin.
Is Guenevere a boy or girl name?
Guenevere is commonly used as a girl's name.
How popular is the name Guenevere?
In 2019, 8 newborns in the United States were named Guenevere, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1971, with 14 babies given the name.
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