Selwyn Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Selwyn Name at a Glance

Name	Selwyn
Meaning	Ardour; fair.
Origin	Welsh
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Selwyn Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Selwyn means “Ardour; fair”. 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.

Selwyn Name Origin

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

Is Selwyn a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Selwyn

When considering Selwyn 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.