Gladis
Gladis is a girl's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Ruler, country, or land; historically derived from the Welsh Gwladus.
Origin and history
Gladis is a variant spelling of Gladys, an English name derived from the Welsh name Gwladus. Historically associated with royalty or rule, it became popular in the English-speaking world in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In the U.S., Gladis is a rare spelling variant with steady but limited modern usage.
Popularity in the United States
3,071 babies in the United States have been named Gladis since 1880. It ranks #3208 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2028.
States where it is most popular
- CA (53.6 %)
- TX (28.3 %)
- MS (5.6 %)
- GA (3.6 %)
- AR (2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 7 |
| 1900-1910 | 107 |
| 1910-1920 | 319 |
| 1920-1930 | 454 |
| 1930-1940 | 266 |
| 1940-1950 | 143 |
| 1950-1960 | 120 |
| 1960-1970 | 56 |
| 1970-1980 | 82 |
| 1980-1990 | 256 |
| 1990-2000 | 567 |
| 2000-2010 | 464 |
| 2010-2019 | 157 |
| 2020-2029 | 73 |
Nicknames
Glady
Fun facts
- Gladis is an anglicized spelling variant of Gwladus, an ancient Welsh name connected to royalty.
- While 'Gladys' was a top name in the early 20th century, 'Gladis' has always been a much rarer spelling alternative in the United States.