Female Name
Gaenor
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
blessed
colors
film titles
ghosts
magic
pale
variants
white
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
48/100
classic120%
upper class80%
wholesome65%
strong120%
strange160%
Meaning & Etymology
Gaenor is a Welsh variant of the name Gaynor, which itself is derived from the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, meaning 'white phantom' or 'white fairy'. The name has evolved over time, maintaining its roots in Welsh culture and mythology.
Etymology
Original Form:
Gwenhwyfar
Evolution:
Gwenhwyfar → Gaynor → Gaenor
Source:
Welsh