Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Gwendolyn.
National Rank (2025)
#360
All-Time Peak Rank
#112 (1951)
Total U.S. Births
124,385
Unisex Distribution0.3% Boy / 99.7% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Gwendolyn Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Gwendolyn
According to SSA data, Gwendolyn achieved its highest historical rank of #112 in 1951. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1953 with 3,519 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 7.2%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 140 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Gwendolyn scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Stable
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+7.2% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record3,519Births in 1953
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
140Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:45
1890s:205
1900s:775
1910s:4,331
1920s:8,658
1930s:10,108
1940s:18,344
1950s:31,945
1960s:18,635
1970s:7,914
1980s:3,838
1990s:2,983
2000s:4,548
2010s:7,174
2020s:4,882
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesGwen-do-lyn
Letter Count9 Letters
Spelling ComplexityComplex
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 92.2% of SSA names. Starts with G, a letter used by only 2.3% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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