Gladys
GirlOrigin: Welsh · English
Meaning
“land or nation”
Cultural Notes
Welsh form of Claudia or derived from Gwladys meaning country; very popular in the early 20th century English-speaking world.
Popularity
Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1920s
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Famous People Named Gladys
- Gladys Knight, Gladys Presley
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