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Origin: Welsh

Meaning: Country; Countryside

Gladdys is a feminine name of Welsh origin that’s a subtle spin on the classic Gladys. Coming from the Welsh Gwladus, it may have links to the word gwlad, meaning “country” or “countryside.” If your little one’s first home is going to be a rural, pastoral paradise with plenty of open fields, Gladdys can make for a meaningful name choice. Many notable people have held a variant of Gladdys, including iconic singer Gladys Knight, giving your little one plenty of inspiration.