Einion "Yrth" AP CUNEDDA King of Gwynedd
- Born: 417, North Wales
- Married (2): Bef 450
- Died: Abt 500
Another name for Einion was Einion "the Impetuous".
General Notes:
One of the sons of Cunedda, it is believed he traveled with his father to North Wales in the early 450s to expel Irish raiders from the region. After his father's death, Einion inherited control over the newly founded kingdom of Gwynedd. Aided by his brother Ceredig, ruler of Ceredigion, and his nephew Meirion, ruler of Meirionnydd, Einion built upon his father's successes and further established his family's rule in the region. He was succeeded by two sons; Cadwallon Lawhir and Owain Ddantgwyn.
Marriage Information:
Einion married Unnamed Queen of Gwynedd.
Marriage Information:
Einion also married Prawst FERCH DEITHLYN of the Picts before 450. (Prawst FERCH DEITHLYN of the Picts was born about 420.)
Marriage Information:
Einion also married Gwen FERCH BRYCHAN Princess of Brycheiniog, daughter of St. Brychan AP ANLLACH Brenin Brycheiniog and Unnamed Queen of Brycheiniog.
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