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Gwen

Girl NameWelsh Origin

Meaning

From Welsh gwen, the feminine form of gwyn meaning "white, fair, blessed". It can also be a short fo

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Name Personality

Based on famous people named Gwen and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:

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Famous People Named Gwen

Gwen Charles

Gwen Charles (born July 19, 1949 in Lindsay, Ontario) is a politician in Manitoba, Canada.

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Lady Gwen Thompson

Lady Gwen Thompson (September 16, 1928 – May 22, 1986) was the pseudonym of Phyllis Thompson, author and teacher of traditionalist initiatory witchcraft through her own organisation, the New England.

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Gwen Bristow

Gwen Bristow (September 16, 1903 – August 17, 1980) was an American author and journalist.

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Gwen Davies (editor)

Gwen Davies (born 1960s) is a Welsh editor and translator.

Gwen Pharis Ringwood

Gwen Pharis Ringwood (13 August 1910 Anatone, Washington – 24 May 1984 Williams Lake, British Columbia) was a Canadian playwright.

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