Winifred

Meaning blessed peacemaking
Origin English
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 8
Syllables 3
Syllabification Win-i-fred

About Winifred

Imagine a name that conjures images of wildflower meadows, afternoon tea services, and leather-bound books in cozy libraries. Winifred possesses an old-world charm that has captivated generations, bringing with it echoes of strength wrapped in gentle sophistication. This classic choice experienced its heyday in earlier decades yet refuses to fade into complete obscurity, maintaining a devoted following among those who appreciate vintage revival. The nickname possibilities—Winnie, Freddie, Freda—add layers of versatility and playfulness to an otherwise stately foundation. Winifred suits a spirited child who might grow into an independent, thoughtful woman unafraid to stand apart from passing fads. The name carries literary and historical weight, having adorned queens, writers, and pioneering women throughout time. While it demands confidence to bestow, Winifred rewards that boldness with distinction and character that few contemporary names can match.

Variations of Name Winifred

Winnifred
Wynifred
Wynnifred
Winfred

Names Similar to Winifred

Winnie
Willow
Whitney
Wendy
Waverly
Winter

Nicknames for Winifred

Winnie
Fred
Win
Freddie
Wini
Winifred

Famous People Named Winifred

Winifred AtwellTrinidadian pianist
Winifred WagnerGerman opera director
Winifred HoltbyBritish novelist
Winifred Edgerton MerrillAmerican astronomer
Winifred CochraneCanadian aviation pioneer
Winifred KennaIrish revolutionary
Winifred LenihanAustralian politician
Winifred Maxwell, Duchess of NorthumberlandEnglish peeress
Winifred KingstonEnglish actress
Winifred Milius LubellAmerican artist
Winifred Wagner LutzAmerican environmentalist
Winifred Sweet Black BonfilsAmerican journalist
Winifred M. LettsIrish poet and novelist
Winifred Mary CurtisAustralian botanist and conservationist
Winifred KnightsBritish painter
Winifred AspreyAmerican writer and editor
Winifred YoungCanadian journalist and broadcaster
Winifred HoltAmerican author
Winifred FreedmanAmerican mathematician

Characters Named Winifred

Winifred "Winnie" SandersonFrom the movie "Hocus Pocus"
Winifred BurkleFrom the TV series "Angel"
Winifred BanksFrom the movie and musical "Mary Poppins"
Winifred RobinsonFrom the novel "Love on the Dole"
Winifred HavershamFrom the TV series "Veronica Mars"
Winifred "Freddie" BrooksFrom the TV series "A Different World"
Winifred "Winnie" FosterFrom the novel "Tuck Everlasting"
Winifred Beecher HoweFrom the movie "The Happiest Millionaire"
Winifred "Winnie" WinkleFrom the comic strip "Winnie Winkle"
Winifred 'Freddie' GreenFrom the TV series "My Family"
Winifred "Freddie"From the movie "The Prince and the Pauper" - 1990
Winifred "Winnie" LaMarrFrom the TV series "Step by Step"
Winifred "Winnie" GoodwinFrom the TV series "Welcome to the Wayne"
WinifredFrom the movie "The Sin of Harold Diddlebock"
Winifred "Winnie" HicksFrom the TV series "The Thundermans"
Winifred "Winnie" CooperFrom the TV series "The Wonder Years"
Winifred "Winnie" HarlowFrom the movie "Sequoia"
Winifred "Winnie" WerewolfFrom the TV series "The 13 Ghosts of Scooby-Doo"
Winifred "Winnie"From the movie "Thirst"