Carwyn Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Carwyn is listed in our database as a boy name of Welsh origin. Its recorded meaning is “Variant of Caerwyn: White fortress”.

Carwyn Name at a Glance

Name Carwyn
Meaning Variant of Caerwyn: White fortress.
Origin Welsh
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Carwyn Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Carwyn means “Variant of Caerwyn: White fortress”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Carwyn Name Origin

Our database records Carwyn under Welsh origin. Browse more Welsh baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Carwyn a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Carwyn is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Carwyn

When considering Carwyn for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.

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