Eirwen Gwynn (née Williams; Welsh: [ˈe(i)ruːɛn] /ˈaɪərwɛn/; 1916 – 2007) was a Welsh nationalist, writer, teacher and physicist. Gwynn taught physics at Rhyl Grammar School and later worked as an assistant account at the Government Exchequer and Audit Department. She then worked as a full-time lecturer for the Workers' Educational Association and was a freelance writer who created 1,500 works on social development and science in the English and Welsh printed press. Gwynn also authored multiple books and short stories, won awards during her career, promoted the Welsh language by being a member of four committees and served as president of two societies.
This is pronounced AYR-wen in North Wales (that is, rhymes with MAYOR-wen), and IRE-wen in South Wales.
― Anonymous User 7/8/2009
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This is such a beautiful name, with a beautiful meaning. It sounds very strong. I'm a little unclear on the pronunciation though - I'm afraid of Americanizing it.
This is a beautiful name. Eirwen would be the perfect name for Snow White if there was a book or movie in which the author didn't want to name her Snow White. I mean, white snow? Snow White exactly. Eirwen! What a lovely name!
Gwynn taught physics at Rhyl Grammar School and later worked as an assistant account at the Government Exchequer and Audit Department. She then worked as a full-time lecturer for the Workers' Educational Association and was a freelance writer who created 1,500 works on social development and science in the English and Welsh printed press. Gwynn also authored multiple books and short stories, won awards during her career, promoted the Welsh language by being a member of four committees and served as president of two societies.