Gawain - Unique Boy Names

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Gawain

/ɡəˈweɪn/

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Rare

Meaning

Hawk; one who is watchful or keen-sighted

Represents vigilance, nobility, and martial virtue, symbolizing the ideal knightly character in Arthurian tradition.

Symbolism

Embodies courage, honor, loyalty, and the pursuit of justice; associated with the natural grace and precision of the hawk.

Etymology: Derived from the Old Welsh name 'Gwalchmai', possibly meaning 'hawk of May' or 'battle hawk', combining 'gwalch' (hawk) and 'mai' (May or battle). Evolved through Middle English and French literary traditions as 'Gauvain' or 'Gawain'.

Style & Origin

traditional

strong

english

Cultural Background

Of Welsh and Celtic origin, Gawain is deeply rooted in Arthurian romance and British mythology, wher

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