Welsh girl name
Myfanwy Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Myfanwy means my fine one. From the Welsh fy (my) and manwy (fine, delicate), meaning my fine one
Myfanwy is a Welsh name that means my fine one or my precious one, from a possessive prefix and an old word for delicate or fine. It was popular in Wales in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries and is the title of a well-known Welsh song, and a setting of the name was made for choirs. It is long and lyrical, with the friendly short forms Myfi and Fanwy. The name is uncommon enough to feel special and has real cultural weight in Wales.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
Variants of Myfanwy
MyfiFanwy
Myfanwy popularity: Ireland vs the US
Myfanwy 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 Myfanwy mean?
Myfanwy means "my fine one". From the Welsh fy (my) and manwy (fine, delicate), meaning my fine one.
How do you pronounce Myfanwy?
Myfanwy is pronounced muh-VAN-wee.
What is the origin of Myfanwy?
Myfanwy is of Welsh origin. From the Welsh fy (my) and manwy (fine, delicate), meaning my fine one.