Welsh girl name

Eluned Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Eluned means image. From the Welsh name Eluned, associated with eilun, meaning image or idol

Eluned is a Welsh name that appears in the medieval Welsh tale known as The Lady of the Fountain, where the character is called Luned. It is often linked with the Welsh word eilun, meaning image or idol. It has long been used in Wales, and the writer Eluned Morgan, who became a prominent figure among the Welsh settlers in Patagonia, carried it. In recent years Eluned Morgan has also served as First Minister of Wales. It is a distinguished name with a gentle sound and plenty of history.

Variants of Eluned

LunedLunet

Well-known people named Eluned

Eluned Morgan.

Eluned popularity: Ireland vs the US

Eluned 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 Eluned mean?

Eluned means "image". From the Welsh name Eluned, associated with eilun, meaning image or idol.

How do you pronounce Eluned?

Eluned is pronounced el-IN-ed.

What is the origin of Eluned?

Eluned is of Welsh origin. From the Welsh name Eluned, associated with eilun, meaning image or idol.