Gwendolyn
Meaning
Blessed Ring
Origin
Celtic
Pronunciation
/ɡwɛnˈdɒlɪn/
Traits associated with the name Gwendolyn:
Dogs named Gwendolyn tend to be loving, industrious, and resilient. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Gwendolyn?
Naming your dog Gwendolyn suggests that you have a creative and unique sense of style. You may also be a fan of classic literature, as Gwendolyn is a name often used in Victorian literature.
Is Gwendolyn a good dog name?
Gwendolyn has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Gwendolyn isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall

Gwendolyn is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Gwendolyn was, in the past month, the 6307th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Gwendolyn is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Gwendolyn was viewed 18 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Gwendolyn's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Gwendolyn is most adored in Michigan, Pennsylvania and Texas.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Kansas, New York and South Carolina.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Gwendolyn.
Most popular breeds named Gwendolyn:
- Dachshund
- German Shepherd
- English Springer Spaniel
- Chow Chow
- Corgi
Gwendolyn is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Victorian era popularity and rarity today give it a vintage charm.
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