Winnifred
Winnifred is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Blessed reconciliation, fair stream, or peaceful friend.
Origin and history
Winnifred is a classic feminine name derived from the Welsh name Gwenfrewi, mixed with Germanic influence. It traditionally means blessed reconciliation or fair stream. While historical in usage, it has seen a gentle revival in the United States in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
5,127 babies in the United States have been named Winnifred since 1880. It ranks #2424 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1738.
States where it is most popular
- MI (14.5 %)
- MN (12.8 %)
- MA (11.2 %)
- ME (8.7 %)
- IL (7.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 180 |
| 1890-1900 | 278 |
| 1900-1910 | 352 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,107 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,275 |
| 1930-1940 | 560 |
| 1940-1950 | 361 |
| 1950-1960 | 255 |
| 1960-1970 | 114 |
| 1970-1980 | 43 |
| 1980-1990 | 7 |
| 1990-2000 | 12 |
| 2000-2010 | 33 |
| 2010-2019 | 187 |
| 2020-2029 | 363 |
Famous people named Winnifred
- Winnifred Vance: Actress
Nicknames
Winnie, Freddie, Win
Fun facts
- The name is an Anglicized form of the Old Welsh name Gwenfrewi, composed of elements meaning white or fair and peace.
- Along with its common variant spelling Winifred, the name has gained renewed interest among parents looking for traditional names.