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Morwenna

Morwenna is a girls' name of Welsh origin meaning “maiden, young woman; sea waves.”

pronunciation

mor-WEN-uh

meaning & origin

The name Morwenna means “maiden, young woman; sea waves.” It comes from the Welsh language tradition.

An ancient Welsh and Cornish name, possibly derived from 'morwyn' (maiden) or related to 'mor' (sea). Saint Morwenna is the patron of Morwenstow in Cornwall, England. The name carries a distinctly Celtic mysticism.

famous people named Morwenna

  • Saint Morwenna of Cornwall
  • Morwenna Banks (actress and comedian)

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