wyn

Wyn is a name used as both a given name and a surname. It originates in Wales and is linked to the Welsh word gwyn meaning white, fair, or blessed. The given name Wyn is often considered a shortened form of Gwyn or Gwynn, though it has also appeared independently in English-speaking countries. As a surname, Wyn can be a respelling of Wynne or Gwynn/Wynn, and may reflect different family lineages that adopted the name.

Usage and distribution: In Wales, Gwyn is more common as a given name, while Wyn appears in English-speaking contexts as a standalone given name. In contemporary use, Wyn is typically treated as unisex, with regional and cultural differences in how commonly it is used for different genders.

Variants and related names: Wyn is related to the broader Welsh name family that includes Gwyn, Gwynn, and Wynne. Other connected spellings include Wynn and Gwinn, which are used as either given names or surnames in various places.

Notable people and culture: The name Wyn appears in literature and media as a given name or surname for several individuals, though it remains relatively uncommon compared with other Welsh-derived names.

See also: Gwyn, Gwynn, Wynne, Wynn, Gwinn, Gwynedd.