Will my child share the name Gwion with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 11 UK babies named Gwion per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Gwion in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Gwion becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Gwion is declining: down 641 places since 2020, to #2,133 in 2025. It peaked at #906 in 1999.

Is Gwion a good choice for a distinctive name?

Gwion is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Gwion a popular baby name in the United States?

Gwion does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Gwion is a distinctive choice, ranked #2133 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Gwion in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Gwion

Gwion has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 952 places in five years. It was most popular in 1999 at #906 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Gwion is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Gwion in their class.