Gwendolyn Singleton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gwendolyn Singleton — English
115K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gwendolyn Singleton is a name that combines English origins. The first name Gwendolyn is a feminine given name of English origin. Gwendolyn is a feminine given name, a variant spelling of Gwendolen (perhaps influenced by names such as Carolyn, Evelyn and Marilyn). This has been the most popular spelling in the United States. Notable people called Gwendolyn/Gwendoline Gwendolyn B. Bennett (1902–1981), American writer Gwendolyn Black (1911–2005), Canadian musician, educator and activist Gwendolyn Bradley, American soprano Gwendolyn T. Britt (1941–2008), American Democratic politician Gwendolyn Brooks (1917–2000), American poet Gwendoline Christie, British actress Gwendolyn J. The surname Singleton: Singleton is a surname. People with the surname include: Al Singleton (born 1975), American football linebacker Alvin Singleton (born 1940), American composer Antron Singleton, known as Big Lurch (born 1976), American rapper and cannibal Benjamin "Pap" Singleton (1809–1892), African American separatist leader Billy Singleton (born 1968), British basketball player C. T. Singleton, Jr., (1905–1977), American admiral Charles Laverne Singleton (1959–2004), executed inmate Charles Singleton (songwriter) (1913–1985), American songwriter Charles S. Gwendolyn is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 115K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Gwendolyn reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gwendolyn

English

Gwendolyn is a feminine given name, a variant spelling of Gwendolen (perhaps influenced by names such as Carolyn, Evelyn and Marilyn). This has been the most popular spelling in the United States. Notable people called Gwendolyn/Gwendoline Gwendolyn B. Bennett (1902–1981), American writer Gwendolyn Black (1911–2005), Canadian musician, educator and activist Gwendolyn Bradley, American soprano Gwendolyn T. Britt (1941–2008), American Democratic politician Gwendolyn Brooks (1917–2000), American poet Gwendoline Christie, British actress Gwendolyn J.

Surname: Singleton

English

Singleton is a surname. People with the surname include: Al Singleton (born 1975), American football linebacker Alvin Singleton (born 1940), American composer Antron Singleton, known as Big Lurch (born 1976), American rapper and cannibal Benjamin "Pap" Singleton (1809–1892), African American separatist leader Billy Singleton (born 1968), British basketball player C. T. Singleton, Jr., (1905–1977), American admiral Charles Laverne Singleton (1959–2004), executed inmate Charles Singleton (songwriter) (1913–1985), American songwriter Charles S.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Gwendolyn Singleton

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 Gwendolyn Singleton:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Gwendolyn?
The first name Gwendolyn originates from English. Gwendolyn is a feminine given name, a variant spelling of Gwendolen (perhaps influenced by names such as Carolyn, Evelyn and Marilyn). This has been the most popular spelling in the United States. Notable people called Gwendolyn/Gwendoline Gwendolyn B. Bennett (1902–1981), American writer Gwendolyn Black (1911–2005), Canadian musician, educator and activist Gwendolyn Bradley, American soprano Gwendolyn T. Britt (1941–2008), American Democratic politician Gwendolyn Brooks (1917–2000), American poet Gwendoline Christie, British actress Gwendolyn J.
When was Gwendolyn most popular?
The name Gwendolyn reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Singleton?
The surname Singleton originates from English. Singleton is a surname. People with the surname include: Al Singleton (born 1975), American football linebacker Alvin Singleton (born 1940), American composer Antron Singleton, known as Big Lurch (born 1976), American rapper and cannibal Benjamin "Pap" Singleton (1809–1892), African American separatist leader Billy Singleton (born 1968), British basketball player C. T. Singleton, Jr., (1905–1977), American admiral Charles Laverne Singleton (1959–2004), executed inmate Charles Singleton (songwriter) (1913–1985), American songwriter Charles S.
How common is the surname Singleton?
The surname Singleton is shared by approximately 55K people worldwide.
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