Welsh Name Generator

Welsh names: History, structure, and meaning

Derived from Celtic influences, Welsh history—along with its names—has an independent streak on the island of Britain, creating a wholly unique culture and country. Edmund? More like Edynfed. 

From music to mythology, the culture of Wales features its own language despite its proximity to lower England. Known as the “land of song,” expect musical names and locales that often sound nothing like their English counterparts.

Welsh naming conventions

Traditionally, Welch featured patronymic naming conventions, meaning surnames and given names often derived from the father’s side. The possessive patronymic (Griffiths, Williams) is common, denoting whose baby belonged to whom. As for how it sounds, expect to see some parallels with Celtic mythology.

Welsh name inspiration

A Welsh name like Ceridwen—a Welsh sorceress who brewed potions—is a good example of the medieval, Celtic tint to many Welsh names. It also shows how many Celtic names come from common suffixes, as “Wen'' can sometimes mean “fair” or “women.” You’ll see similar parts scattered throughout Welsh names, including constant sea references.

Discover your next names from the land of dragons today! Use our Welsh-style generator to craft names that capture the essence of Arthurian legend.

List of Welsh names

Only in Wales can you find names like Dafydd next to Edward; that’s the magic and fun of generating Welsh names that reflect their independent streak without losing touch with the rich heritage that chugs along to this day. Browse our Welsh names and meanings below to get some inspiration for Welsh names.