Rare Welsh girls’ names are very pretty, and unusual. The Welsh language is the only Celtic language that has remained from the UK. This means that many of their names are not common to any other culture. Oftentimes, when girls have an uncommon name they change it to be more common when they reach adulthood. However, that does not always make it less unique.

The topmost rare Welsh girls’ names are:

1. Elsie – Meaning noble, this name is found in the UK in only 5 people per million. It is almost exclusively found in Wales and England.
2. Eleri – This is the Welsh version of Eleanor and a traditional name that has been out of use for many years. It was used by roughly 4 girls per million in 2008.
3. Lleurwen – This name means lily and refers to the flower. It is only found in Wales and England and was used by 9 girls in 2008.
4. Osianna – Meaning God is gracious, this name is found in Wales and England, though it is not popular. It was used by a small number of girls at 4 per million in 2008.
5. Rhonwen – This name means white and was used by roughly 3 girls per million in 2008.
6. Rhodri (a common boy’s name) – Meaning reddish or ruddy, this name is only found in Wales and England. It is a very rare name with only using 1 girl per million in 2008.
7. Wrenau – This is the Welsh for bird and it was used by over 6 girls per million but has been on the decline since 2007.

Useful Resources

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