US Popularity:4788
Origin:Welsh
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:Princess, ruler; Of gladiolus; Small sword; Of Claudia; Lame; Enclosure
If you want a name that's vintage and worthy of a royal, Gladys will tick all your boxes. This feminine name is Welsh and derives from Gwladus or Gwladys, meaning "princess" or "ruler." Gladys may have evolved from Latin gladiolus, meaning "small sword," after the long stems of the gladioli plant. It's also a Welsh form of Latin Claudia, meaning "lame" or "enclosure." Your Gladys will love pushing boundaries and effortlessly command the love and loyalty of their subjects!

Gladys Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Gladys is currently #4788 in U.S. births
Girl:Gladys is currently #1683 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#4788
in 2022
+ 57
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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