Angharad (/æŋˈhærəd/ ang-HARR-əd,[1] Welsh: [aˈŋ̊arad]) is a feminine given name in the Welsh language, having a long association with Welsh royalty, history and myth.
It translates into English as much loved one.
In Welsh mythology, Angharad Golden-Hand is the lover of Peredur in the myth cycle The Mabinogion.
[2][3] There have been a number of historical or semi-historical Angharads, most notably the daughter of Owain Gwynedd (1100–1170), King of Gwynedd, who married Gruffydd Maelor.
Other historical Angharads include (ferch signifies 'daughter of'):