Welsh girl name
Angharad Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Angharad means much loved. From the Welsh an- (intensifier) and câr (love), meaning much loved
Angharad is a classic Welsh name found in medieval Welsh poetry and in the royal genealogies of early Wales. It is built from an intensifying prefix and the word for love, giving the sense of someone greatly loved. It is pronounced with a rolled or tapped r and a clear stress on the second syllable, and many English speakers find the spelling a challenge. The name remains well-used in Wales, and it has the confidence of a name with real age behind it. Ang and Anji are friendly short forms.
Variants of Angharad
AngharedAngharetAnghard
Well-known people named Angharad
Angharad Rees.
Angharad popularity: Ireland vs the US
Angharad does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Angharad mean?
Angharad means "much loved". From the Welsh an- (intensifier) and câr (love), meaning much loved.
How do you pronounce Angharad?
Angharad is pronounced ang-HA-rad.
What is the origin of Angharad?
Angharad is of Welsh origin. From the Welsh an- (intensifier) and câr (love), meaning much loved.