meaning of name gladys
What does Gladys mean? Gladys [gladys] as a girls' name is pronounced GLAD-iss. It is of Welsh and Latin origin, and the meaning of Gladys is lame. Variant of Claudia, used by the poet Martial (13th century) in reference to a noble and beautiful fifth-century princess. The name may also derive from Gwladus, a Welsh name possibly from gwledig meaning ruler of a country. The name was used in several Edwardian romantic novels. Singer Gladys Knight.
Welsh Name Meaning - Derived from the old Welsh name Gwladys, a variant of Claudia, meaning lame. Also derived from the Welsh gwledig, meaning territorial ruler. Famous bearer: British actress Dame Gladys Cooper.