Angharad

The name Angharad is a Welsh girl's name that appears in various legends. Its English translation is approximately "the very beloved" or "the loving one."

What does the name Angharad mean?

Angharad, a female first name of Welsh origin, is mentioned in various legends. The meaning of the name can be translated into English as "the very beloved" or "the loving one." The origin of the name is based on the Old Welsh components an, meaning "very," and caru, meaning "to love." There are also variants such as Acgarat and Ancarat.

Where does the name Angharad come from?

The name Angharad has its roots in Old Welsh and means "the very beloved."

How do you pronounce Angharad?

The pronunciation of Angharad is three syllables and has a powerful sound. In English, the name is usually pronounced as "Ang-ha-rad" [aŋˈhaːʁat]. The consonant combination in the first part gives the name a distinctive presence. The open vowels in the following parts slightly soften this tension, while the "-rad" forms a stable conclusion. Overall, Angharad radiates strength and independence, with a clear yet controlled sound.

Popularity

In Germany, Angharad is a rather rare first name that has never appeared in the local name popularity lists. Its best placement was in 1996 when it reached 266th place in the name charts of England. In the last ten years, Angharad has been given around 80 times there, earning it 1,957th place in the ten-year statistics. From 1996 to 2024, it ranked 843rd in England.

Famous people

• Angharad James (poet from the UK)
• Angharad James (English footballer)
• Angharad Mary Rees (English actress)
• Angharad Mason (British cyclist)
• Angharad Price (writer from England)
• Angharad Rees (British actress)
• Angharad Tomos (English writer)
• Rebecca Angharad James (cyclist from England)