Eifion


Origin of the Name Eifion

The name Eifion is an uncommon Welsh name that is beginning to gain popularity in recent years. While more often seen as a surname, Eifion is a traditional Welsh boys’ name. It is most well known because of the district of Eifionydd, an area in Wales located near Pwllheli. This district was named for the grandson of King Cunedda, Eifion.

The Meaning of Eifion

The meaning of Eifion is Welsh surname.

Popularity of Eifion

Eifion is one of the more uncommon Welsh baby names that people are beginning to use more. Eifion was not in the list of the 100 most popular Welsh boys’ names in 2016.

Famous People Named Eifion

  • William Eifion Jones – A Welsh marine botanist known for his study of marine algae.
  • Eifion Wyn Williams – A former profession Welsh Footballer who got signed up by Cardiff City when he was spotted playing local football in Hengoed.
  • Eifion Lewis-Roberts – A Welsh international rugby union player for the Sale Sharks in the Aviva Premiership.

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