Winifred
win-uh-frid
US Popularity:2051
Origin:Welsh
Other Origin(s):British
Meaning:Friend of peace; White; Blessed; Blessed reconciliation
Winifred is a girl's name is of Welsh and Old English origin, and means "friend of peace," "white," "blessed," and "blessed reconciliation." Winifred, a martyred Welsh princess, is traditionally called the patron saint of virgins, giving its joyous meaning a tragic past. This name packs a lot into its three syllables—a vintage feel, and two adorable nicknames in Winnie and Freddie. You might also get witchy vibes that go against this name's happy meaning, thanks to Winifred Sanderson from Hocus Pocus. One thing is certain—baby Winifred will never be short on character.
Winifred Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Winifred is currently #1170 on The Bump
Girl:Winifred is currently #532 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Winifred is currently #2051 in U.S. births
Girl:Winifred is currently #788 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#2051
in 2022
- 49
from 2021
Sources
WordSense, Winifred
WordSense, Winfred
Online Etymology Dictionary, Winfred, February 2018
Behind the Name, Winifred, January 2022
Behind the Name, Gwenfrewi, June 2023
IMDb, Bette Midler: Winifred
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