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.
Numerology
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.
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