US Popularity Rank: 11938

Origin: Welsh

Meaning: Ruler; Princess; Little sword

Gladiz is a modern spin on the classical, famous feminine name Gladys. Derived from Gwladys, a 5th-century queen, Gladiz is quintessentially Welsh, and its melodic sound expertly represents the "land of song" from which it came. Your little one will adore Gladiz, too, with its double meanings of "princess" and "ruler," indicating where baby lies in the new family pecking order. Gladiz may also have links to the Latin word gladius, meaning "little sword," and a possible reference to the long stems of the gladioli plant. Baby won't need a sword as they rule their new queendom with love and respect for all.