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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71 Welsh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With R

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Raelynn	Girl	Ewe; Beam of light; Counsel; Protection; Lake
Reese	Girl	Enthusiasm; Ardor
Rhys	Boy	Ardor; Enthusiasm; Fiery warrior; War hammer
Reece	Boy	Enthusiasm; Ardor
Rey	Boy	King; Female roe deer
Rhiannon	Girl	Great queen; Great goddess
Rosalynn	Girl	Gentle horse; Rose lake
Rhyan	Girl	A maiden; Young woman; Great queen; Little king
Rhylee	Girl	Rye clearing; One who dwells near the field of rye
Roderick	Boy	Famous ruler

Railyn	Unisex	Ewe lake
Rodrick	Boy	Famous ruler
Rhydian	Boy	Red; Crossing
Rowena	Girl	Peaceful; White spear; Famous friend; Fame and happiness
Race	Boy	Competition; Ardor
Reilynn	Girl	A courageous, valiant woman; Waterfall; Lake
Rianne	Girl	Maiden; Queen
Rees	Boy	Enthusiasm; Ardour
Ryn	Boy	A person who is a ruler
Rynn	Unisex	Hill; Mound; Torture; Pure; My consecration of your name

Romney	Boy	Curving river; From the broad river; Winding river
Rosilyn	Unisex	Beautiful rose; Tender horse; Lake; Waterfall
Rhian	Girl	Maiden; Young woman
Reesa	Girl	Mighty; Rich; Ardour; Enthusiasm
Rhysand	Boy	Enthusiasm
Rhya	Unisex	To flow; Ground; Enthusiasm
Rheana	Girl	Great queen; Goddess of fertility and horses
Raewyn	Girl	Ewe; Beam of light; Protection; White; Blessed
Rhonda	Girl	Noisy; Good lance
Rhoslyn	Girl	Gentle horse

Rowenna	Girl	Fame; Joy; Spear; White
Rhyne	Unisex	Hill; Plain
Rhyse	Unisex	Enthusiasm; Ardor
Ronda	Girl	Grand; Delicate rose; Good spear
Rhia	Girl	To flow; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Great queen; Young woman; Maiden
Rhianne	Unisex	Maiden; Great queen
Riece	Girl	An ethusiastic woman
Ronee	Girl	A grand, big person
Rhylen	Girl	One who lives on the rye fields
Rease	Unisex	Enthusiasm; Ardour

Reanan	Girl	Great queen; A variation of the name Rhiannon
Rhain	Boy	A spear; Stiff; Stretched out
Rhianu	Girl	Maiden; Fair Maiden; A variant of the name Rhian
Rhianydd	Girl	Maiden; Fair Maiden; A variant of Rhian
Rhodri	Boy	Wheel king
Rhosyn	Girl	Rose
Rhun	Boy	Grand; Legendary son of Beli
Rhedyn	Girl	Plant; Fern
Rheinallt	Boy	A ruling advice
Rhiagad	Boy	A great, respected King

Rhiain	Girl	A young girl; A maiden
Rhiane	Girl	Great queen
Rhianwen	Girl	A beautiful, comely maiden
Rhiryd	Boy	A repulsive, repelling ruler
Rhiwallon	Boy	The one who is the most kingly of them all
Rhonwen	Girl	A fair, slender, slim woman
Rhoswen	Girl	White rose; Pure and holy rose
Rhydderch	Boy	Exalted king
Rhyhawd	Boy	A person of crimson colour
Rhywallon	Boy	One who is the ruler and a king of people

Riguallaun	Boy	The most kingly among all men
Ring	Boy	Cliff; Steep bank; Assembly; Rule
Ris	Boy	Ardor; Glory; Enthusiasm
Robers	Boy	A renowned and glowing man
Row	Boy	Rowan tree; Little redhead; White spear; Famous friend; King; Female roe deer; Corner
Rowana	Girl	Fame; Joy; Spear; White; Little redhead
Rawiri	Boy	Beloved; One who is loved by everyone; Uncle
Rhan	Unisex	Hill; Plain; Secret; Magic
Rhynn	Unisex	Round; Hill; Magic
Rhaine	Unisex	Great Queen; Divine feminine

Rheon	Unisex	King; Ruler; Current; Flowing

Infographic: Beautiful Welsh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With R

Your baby's name is a timeless expression of your love and aspirations for their future. It is a gift that will stay with them forever and remind them of their individuality. Understanding this, our infographic below brings you some adorable Welsh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With R that are distinct yet versatile. Explore them to find a beautiful name that best suits your preferences. Share this infographic with other soon-to-be moms and dads to help them choose an adorable title for their children.

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