Gwen

/ɡwɛn/ noun

Definition

a feminine given name of Welsh origin meaning 'white' or 'blessed'

Etymology

From Welsh gwen, feminine of gwyn (white, fair, blessed)

Kelly Says

Gwen is actually a nickname that became a full name - it started as short for Gwendolyn, Gweneth, or other Welsh names beginning with 'gwen'!

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