Welsh boy name
Gethin Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Gethin means dusky. From the Welsh word gethin, meaning dusky or swarthy
Gethin is a Welsh name that probably comes from a word meaning dark or swarthy, possibly describing a dark complexion. It is widely used in Wales, where it has a warm, friendly sound. The th is soft, as in the English word the, and it is easy for English speakers to say. It is familiar to British audiences through Gethin Jones, the television presenter. Geth is a typical short form. Gethin is a good alternative to more common Welsh names such as Rhys or Owen.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
Variants of Gethin
GethynGeth
Well-known people named Gethin
Gethin Jones.
Gethin popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2008 Gethin ranked #698 in Ireland (3 babies). It is too rare to appear in US rankings.
Ireland (boys)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
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 Gethin mean?
Gethin means "dusky". From the Welsh word gethin, meaning dusky or swarthy.
How do you pronounce Gethin?
Gethin is pronounced GETH-in.
What is the origin of Gethin?
Gethin is of Welsh origin. From the Welsh word gethin, meaning dusky or swarthy.