100+ Welsh Boy Names & Meanings (2026)

Welsh boy names reflect centuries of tradition with meanings and pronunciation guidance.

Top 15 Welsh boy names with meanings

1. Owen — Young warrior (Owen Wilson)
2. Kai — Sea (Hawaiian); forgiveness (Japanese); keeper of the keys (Welsh) (Kai (Ninjago))
3. Arawn — King of the Underworld (Arawn (Welsh mythology))
4. Bleddyn — Wolf hero
5. Bran — Raven (Brân the Blessed)
6. Bryn — Hill
7. Caradoc — Beloved (Caratacus (Roman-era king))
8. Cwyn — Chief
9. Dafydd — Beloved (Dafydd ap Gwilym (poet))
10. Dylan — Son of the sea (Dylan Thomas (poet))
11. Emrys — Immortal (Merlin Emrys)
12. Gareth — Gentle (Sir Gareth Bale (footballer))
13. Geraint — Old man (Geraint Thomas (cyclist))
14. Gethin — Dark-skinned
15. Glyn — Valley (Glyn (Welsh tradition))

Complete List with Meanings

Name	Meaning	Origin	Famous Bearer
Owen	Young warrior	Welsh/Latin	Owen Wilson
Kai	Sea (Hawaiian); forgiveness (Japanese); keeper of the keys (Welsh)	Hawaiian/Japanese/Welsh	Kai (Ninjago)
Arawn	King of the Underworld	Welsh	Arawn (Welsh mythology)
Bleddyn	Wolf hero	Welsh	—
Bran	Raven	Welsh	Brân the Blessed
Bryn	Hill	Welsh	—
Caradoc	Beloved	Welsh	Caratacus (Roman-era king)
Cwyn	Chief	Welsh	—
Dafydd	Beloved	Welsh	Dafydd ap Gwilym (poet)
Dylan	Son of the sea	Welsh	Dylan Thomas (poet)
Emrys	Immortal	Welsh	Merlin Emrys
Gareth	Gentle	Welsh	Sir Gareth Bale (footballer)
Geraint	Old man	Welsh	Geraint Thomas (cyclist)
Gethin	Dark-skinned	Welsh	—
Glyn	Valley	Welsh	Glyn (Welsh tradition)
Gwalchmai	Hawk of May	Welsh	Gwalchmai (Arthurian legend)
Hefin	Summer sun	Welsh	—
Hywel	Eminent, prominent	Welsh	Hywel Dda
Idris	Ardent lord	Welsh	Idris Elba
Islwyn	Below the grove	Welsh	Islwyn (Welsh poet)
Ithel	Generous lord	Welsh	—
Llŷr	Sea	Welsh	Llŷr (Welsh mythology)
Macsen	Greatest	Welsh	Macsen Wledig (Magnus Maximus)
Meilyr	Iron leader	Welsh	Meilyr Brydydd (poet)
Myrddin	Sea fortress	Welsh	Myrddin Emrys (Merlin)
Owain	Young warrior	Welsh	Owain Glyndŵr
Peredur	Hard spears	Welsh	Peredur (Arthurian legend)
Pryderi	Anxiety, care	Welsh	Pryderi (Mabinogion)
Pwyll	Prudence	Welsh	Pwyll (Mabinogion)
Rhodri	Ruler of the wheel, king	Welsh	Rhodri Mawr
Rhys	Ardor, enthusiasm	Welsh	Rhys Ifans (actor)
Tristan	Noise, din (tumult)	Welsh	Tristan (Arthurian legend)
Tysilio	Of the sun	Welsh	—
Vaughan	Small	Welsh	Vaughan Williams (composer)
Wynne	Fair, white	Welsh	—

How to Choose the Right Welsh boy names with meanings

When selecting a name:

• Meaning — Does it align with your values?
• Pronunciation — Say it with your surname or brand
• Heritage — Honor family or cultural roots
• Popularity — Check SSA trends
• Flow — Test first + middle + last combinations

Expert tips

Names from welsh traditions carry cultural weight. Research pronunciation and meaning before choosing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best welsh boy names with meanings?

Top picks include Owen, Kai, Arawn, Bleddyn, Bran. Browse our full list below — each entry includes context to help you choose.

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Are these welsh boy names with meanings unique?

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Trusted Sources

We cross-reference our research with established references:

• Social Security Administration — Popular Baby Names
• Behind the Name — Etymology Database
• BabyCenter — Name Trends

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