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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58 Welsh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With K

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Kimberly	Girl	Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief
Kendrick	Boy	Royal ruler; Bold Power; Chief hero; Greatest champion
Krew	Boy	Weir; Group of people
Kendra	Girl	Knowing; Handsome; Respect; Old power; Bold power; Chief hero
Kaylin	Girl	Waterfall; Pure; Lake; Rejoicer
Kailyn	Girl	Pure; Lake; Valley; Clean
Kaylynn	Girl	Pool; Waterfall; Rejoicer; Pure; Pure lake
Kain	Unisex	Spear; Acquired; Archaic; Clear water
Kailynn	Girl	Pure; Lake
Kaylyn	Girl	Pure; Slender; Lake

Kendric	Boy	Bold power; Royal power; Chief hero; Greatest champion
Kru	Unisex	Weir; Group of people
Kambri	Unisex	The people
Kimberlyn	Girl	Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief
Kendrix	Boy	Royal power; Chief hero; Bold power
Kimberlynn	Girl	Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief
Kambria	Girl	Wales; The people of Wales; Compatriots
Kaedon	Unisex	Mac Cadáin; Warrior; Strength; Gentle; Loyalty; Spirit of war; Son of Cadán
Krislynn	Unisex	Christian; Icy; Waterfall; Lake
Kimberlee	Girl	Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief

Kaidon	Unisex	Mac Cadáin; Warrior; Spirit of war; Son of Cadán
Kamber	Unisex	The people
Kambry	Unisex	The people
Kenda	Girl	Child of clear, cool water; Greatest champion
Keri	Girl	Ciar's people; Black; To love
Keeton	Boy	A place of hawks; River town; River enclosure; Ceg's farm
Kenrick	Boy	Royal power; Bold power; Chief hero; Son of Henry
Karys	Unisex	Love
Kara	Boy	To love; Dark; Beloved
Keilee	Girl	Each of the two; Pure; Meadow; Forest clearing; Slender; The blessed one

Kimmy	Girl	Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief
Kimball	Boy	War chief; Leader of men; Leader of the warriors; Brave king; Royal hill; Beautiful field
Karie	Girl	Pure; Love; Bent woman; White; Blessed; Crooked woman
Kia	Girl	Hill; Mountain; Season's beginning; Keeper of the keys; Earth
Kristalyn	Girl	Clear; Colorless glass; Ice; Lake
Kaydn	Unisex	Rhythmic flow; Battle place; Battleground
Kimble	Boy	War chief; Leader of men; Leader of the warriors; Brave king; Royal hill; Beautiful field
Kraig	Boy	The name means Rock
Kado	Unisex	Battle
Keyna	Girl	Beautiful; Fighter; Precious jewel

Keris	Unisex	Sharp wavy-edged blade; Love
Keithan	Boy	Wind
Kynan	Boy	Chief
Kenn	Boy	The water is clear
Kendria	Girl	Greatest champion; Wise ruler
Kandra	Girl	Royal power; Chief hero; Greatest champion
Kimberleigh	Girl	Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief
Kimberlie	Girl	Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief
Kimbria	Girl	The people
Kimbery	Girl	Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief

Kimmie	Girl	Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief
Kerris	Boy	Love; Fort-place
Kenwrec	Boy	A Royal leader of a clan or a group
Keyne	Boy	Fighter; Beautiful; Blessed; Precious jewel
Kieve	Unisex	A mythical name
Kimbal	Boy	War chief; Royal; Bold; Brave; Leader of men or warriors
Kimblyn	Boy	Royal warrior
Kerys	Unisex	Love

Infographic: Impactful Welsh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With K

A given name can profoundly impact your child’s persona in many ways. Therefore, selecting a name with a meaningful theme and cultural relevance is vital. To help you make an informed and thoughtful choice, we bring you an infographic on dynamic Welsh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With K that could inspire your child to reach their full potential and become the best version of themselves.

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

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