Gwawl as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Gwawl

What is the meaning of the name Gwawl ?

The baby name Gwawl is a unisex name 2 syllables long and is pronounced Gow-uhl.

Gwawl is Welsh in Origin.

Gwawl is a Welsh name that means "bounty" or "generosity". It is derived from the Welsh word "gwawl" which means "gift" or "offering". In Welsh mythology, Gwawl was a nobleman who demanded the hand of the beautiful Rhiannon in marriage. However, Rhiannon was already betrothed to Pwyll, the prince of Dyfed. Pwyll and Rhiannon tricked Gwawl into giving up his claim to Rhiannon by hiding Pwyll in a bag and convincing Gwawl that it was a magical creature that would bring him great wealth and prosperity.

The name Gwawl is traditionally a male name, although it could be used for either gender. The pronunciation of Gwawl is "GOW-ool" with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name is unique and uncommon, even in Wales where it originated. It is often associated with Welsh mythology and folklore, and may be a good choice for parents who are interested in Welsh culture and history.

The name Gwawl is composed of two elements: "gwaw" which means "gift" or "offering" and "l" which is a suffix that means "full of" or "abounding in". The name may have been given to children who were born into families that were known for their generosity or who were seen as a gift from the gods. Today, the name Gwawl is still used in Wales, although it is not as popular as other Welsh names such as Dylan, Rhys, or Gwyneth.