Iolo

worthy lord (form of Iorwerth)

GenderBoyOriginWelshSay itYOL-ohPopularityUncommon
Pronounced YOL-oh

About the name Iolo

Iolo is a friendly, compact Welsh name tied to the poet and antiquarian Iolo Morganwg, a key figure in Welsh cultural revival. It feels warm and homegrown.

A creative, spirited boy with a love of storytelling.

Fun fact

Iolo Morganwg helped revive Welsh cultural traditions like the modern Eisteddfod.

Variations

Iolyn

Famous people named Iolo

  • Iolo Morganwg (Welsh poet and antiquarian)

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