What is a traditional Welsh name?

There are several traditional names in Welsh culture for both boys and girls. Dylan (meaning son of the sea), Bedwyr (meaning Legendary son of Pedrawd), Cadwgan (battle glory), and Emrys (meaning immortal) are some traditional boy names. Some traditional feminine names include Angharad (meaning much loved), Ceridwen (meaning blessed poetry), Rhiannon (meaning great queen), and Gwendolen (meaning blessed ring).

Which Welsh name means grace?

Carys is a feminine Welsh name that means ‘grace.’ There are several Welsh names that mean the grace of God, including Sianna, Siana, Siandrah, and Evan.

Which Welsh name means Lily?

Lily is a common floral name for girls, and the Welsh version is spelled as Lili.

What are some Welsh baby names that are difficult to pronounce for non-native speakers?

Welsh names can be difficult to pronounce for non-native speakers because it is a phonetic language. They include Blodeuwedd meaning ‘flower face,’ Creiddylad meaning ‘jewel of the sea,’ Gwawrddydd meaning dawn, Myfanwy meaning ‘my fine’ or ‘rare one,’ Siwan, which is the Welsh form of Joan, Cynddelw meaning ‘high’ or ‘exalted,’ Llefelys meaning ‘sweet voice,’ and Ynyr which is the Welsh form of the name Honorius.

What are some Welsh baby names that have a connection to Welsh mythology or folklore?

Arawn is a masculine name with connections to Welsh mythology. It is the name of the Mythical king of the Underworld. Bedwyr is a variation of the Bedivere and is found in the Arthurian legends; he was one of the original companions of King Arthur. Gwenhwyfar is the Welsh form of the name Guinevere, who was the beautiful wife of King Arthur from the Arthurian legend.

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25 Welsh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With H

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Hari	Boy	Brown; Yellow; Tawny; Hindu god Vishnu; Lion; Horse; Monkey; To shine; Ruler of the home; High
Hughes	Boy	Fire; Inspiration
Hailyn	Girl	Hay clearing; Lake
Howl	Unisex	Eminent; Prominent; To cry out loud
Haelyn	Unisex	Hay clearing; Lake
Hiraeth	Unisex	A deep longing for something
Hael	Unisex	Generous; Nook; Retreat; Halo around the moon
Hafwen	Girl	Fair summer; Summer blessed; A variant spelling is Hafwenn
Heddwyn	Boy	Peaceful; Fair peace
Heledd	Girl	Sunshine; Sunny; Estuary; Variant spelling of Heledd

Heulwen	Girl	Sunshine; White; Blessed
Haf	Girl	Summer; The warmest season
Harby	Boy	Son of Owen; A variant of Harbin
Heilyn	Boy	Wine bearer; Wine carrier; Wine transporter
Helyan	Boy	Hard-working; Eccentric; Light-hearted; Young; Adept; Nice
Hethin	Boy	Dark-skinned; Swarthy
Hillierd	Boy	From the Yard on a Hill
Hillock	Boy	From the Small Hill
Hillocke	Boy	From the Tiny Hill
Hillyerd	Boy	From the Yard on a Hill

Hlink	Boy	From the Bank
Hlithtun	Boy	From the Hillside Town
Hlynn	Girl	Waterfall
Hunydd	Girl	A woman who is mentioned in poetry
Hanes	Unisex	A brand of clothing

Infographic: Attractive Welsh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With H

Welsh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With H are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

Welsh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With H(infographic)

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