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Gladys
GirlMeaning of Gladys: Welsh: 'nation' or 'lame'
Gladys is a girl's name most strongly associated with Welsh naming. It has 6 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 3104th most popular girls' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#3104
49 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
267,741
First recorded 1880 · peak 1921
Trend
stable
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
0% boys · 100% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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