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Gawain

GAH-wayne

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Welsh

Total Births

85

Peak Year

#10 in 1974

First Recorded

1948

Style

Vintage, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A Welsh name of uncertain origin, but often associated with the Welsh word 'gwalch', meaning 'hawk'. Famous as a knight of the round table.

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Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • Sir Gawain

    A knight of the Round Table in Arthurian legend.

Nicknames

Personality Traits

CourageousHonorableLoyalNoble

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