Gethin Wales

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gethin Wales — dusky, swarthy
40K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gethin Wales is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Gethin is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Welsh cethin, meaning 'dusky, swarthy.' Gethin ap Rhys was a 15th-century Welsh soldier and bard. The surname Wales: B. Roger Wales (1879–1929), American politician Julia Grace Wales (1881–1957), Canadian pacifist Gary Wales (born 1979), Scottish footballer Howard Wales (1943–2020), American musician Jane Wales (born 1948), American businesswoman Jimmy Wales (born 1966), American-British entrepreneur, co-founder of Wikipedia Josey Wales (born 1958), Jamaican musician Joseph Howe Wales (1907–2002), American ichthyologist Mary T. Wales (1874–1952), American university founder Nathaniel B. Wales (1883–1974), American physicist and inventor Peter Wales (1928–2008), English cricketer Thomas C. Gethin is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 40K people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Gethin reached peak popularity in the 1985s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gethin

Meaning: dusky, swarthy

Celtic

From Welsh cethin, meaning 'dusky, swarthy.' Gethin ap Rhys was a 15th-century Welsh soldier and bard.

Surname: Wales

Scottish

B. Roger Wales (1879–1929), American politician Julia Grace Wales (1881–1957), Canadian pacifist Gary Wales (born 1979), Scottish footballer Howard Wales (1943–2020), American musician Jane Wales (born 1948), American businesswoman Jimmy Wales (born 1966), American-British entrepreneur, co-founder of Wikipedia Josey Wales (born 1958), Jamaican musician Joseph Howe Wales (1907–2002), American ichthyologist Mary T. Wales (1874–1952), American university founder Nathaniel B. Wales (1883–1974), American physicist and inventor Peter Wales (1928–2008), English cricketer Thomas C.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Gethin is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 100%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Gethin by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Gethin Wales

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Gethin Wales:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Gethin?
The first name Gethin originates from Celtic. From Welsh cethin, meaning 'dusky, swarthy.' Gethin ap Rhys was a 15th-century Welsh soldier and bard.
When was Gethin most popular?
The name Gethin reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
What is the origin of the surname Wales?
The surname Wales originates from Scottish. B. Roger Wales (1879–1929), American politician Julia Grace Wales (1881–1957), Canadian pacifist Gary Wales (born 1979), Scottish footballer Howard Wales (1943–2020), American musician Jane Wales (born 1948), American businesswoman Jimmy Wales (born 1966), American-British entrepreneur, co-founder of Wikipedia Josey Wales (born 1958), Jamaican musician Joseph Howe Wales (1907–2002), American ichthyologist Mary T. Wales (1874–1952), American university founder Nathaniel B. Wales (1883–1974), American physicist and inventor Peter Wales (1928–2008), English cricketer Thomas C.
What are the origins of the name Gethin Wales?
The name Gethin Wales combines two different traditions: the first name Gethin has Celtic roots, while the surname Wales originates from Scottish.
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