Bronwen
Meaning: White breast
Origin: Canadian
Gender: Girl
Rank in United Kingdom: #1208
Total births: 719
History: Bronwen has deep roots in the cultural tapestry of England and Wales. The name evokes the pageantry of Trooping the Colour and the splendour of Windsor Castle. It is as vibrant on today's birth certificates as it was in decades past.
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| Current rank (2024) | #1491 |
| Babies named Bronwen in 2024 | 21 |
| Total recorded in the United Kingdom | 719 |
| Peak year | 1998 (49 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #549 |
| Years in records | 1996–2024 (29 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 52 spots |
Frequently asked about Bronwen
What does the name Bronwen mean?
Bronwen means “White breast” from Canadian roots.
What is the origin of the name Bronwen?
Bronwen has Canadian origin. The traditional meaning is “White breast”.
How popular is Bronwen in the United Kingdom?
Bronwen ranked #1491 in the United Kingdom in 2024 — given to 21 babies that year.
When was Bronwen most popular?
Bronwen peaked in 1998 with 49 babies registered that year in the United Kingdom.
Is Bronwen a boy or girl name?
Bronwen is predominantly a girls' name in the United Kingdom — over 90% of Bronwens in registered births are female.
Is the name Bronwen rising or falling in popularity?
Bronwen has fallen 52 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in the United Kingdom — from #1439 in 2019 to #1491 in 2024.
How long has Bronwen been recorded in the United Kingdom?
Bronwen appears in birth records in the United Kingdom across 29 years — from 1996 through 2024.