Girl
Winifred
blessed peacemaking
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.
Popularity of the Name Winifred
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #150 | ||||
| 1881 | #167 | ||||
| 1882 | #174 | ||||
| 1883 | #148 | ||||
| 1884 | #146 | ||||
| 1885 | #170 | ||||
| 1886 | #160 | ||||
| 1887 | #161 | ||||
| 1888 | #165 | ||||
| 1889 | #162 | ||||
| 1890 | #171 | ||||
| 1891 | #150 | ||||
| 1892 | #174 | ||||
| 1893 | #166 | ||||
| 1894 | #180 | ||||
| 1895 | #176 | ||||
| 1896 | #190 | ||||
| 1897 | #183 | ||||
| 1898 | #170 | ||||
| 1899 | #179 | ||||
| 1900 | #177 | #19 | |||
| 1901 | #184 | #24 | |||
| 1902 | #193 | #30 | |||
| 1903 | #178 | #29 | |||
| 1904 | #189 | #26 | |||
| 1905 | #180 | #24 | |||
| 1906 | #178 | #32 | |||
| 1907 | #199 | #30 | |||
| 1908 | #199 | #30 | |||
| 1909 | #195 | #30 | |||
| 1910 | #185 | #27 | |||
| 1911 | #166 | #18 | |||
| 1912 | #162 | #25 | |||
| 1913 | #157 | #26 | |||
| 1914 | #161 | #25 | |||
| 1915 | #143 | #22 | |||
| 1916 | #148 | #25 | |||
| 1917 | #141 | #35 | |||
| 1918 | #145 | #23 | |||
| 1919 | #164 | #23 | |||
| 1920 | #160 | #27 | |||
| 1921 | #163 | #37 | |||
| 1922 | #162 | #44 | |||
| 1923 | #164 | #41 | |||
| 1924 | #178 | #49 | |||
| 1925 | #178 | #44 | |||
| 1926 | #188 | #52 | |||
| 1927 | #201 | #61 | |||
| 1928 | #205 | #66 | |||
| 1929 | #218 | #67 | |||
| 1930 | #230 | #73 | |||
| 1931 | #232 | #94 | |||
| 1932 | #262 | #85 | |||
| 1933 | #260 | #81 | |||
| 1934 | #272 | #60 | |||
| 1935 | #273 | #82 | |||
| 1936 | #279 | #93 | |||
| 1937 | #295 | #122 | |||
| 1938 | #289 | #114 | |||
| 1939 | #302 | #145 | |||
| 1940 | #325 | #100 | |||
| 1941 | #329 | #135 | |||
| 1942 | #324 | #152 | |||
| 1943 | #340 | #114 | |||
| 1944 | #405 | #208 | |||
| 1945 | #398 | #169 | |||
| 1946 | #396 | #165 | |||
| 1947 | #420 | #178 | |||
| 1948 | #461 | #193 | |||
| 1949 | #413 | #239 | |||
| 1950 | #469 | #211 | |||
| 1951 | #480 | #250 | |||
| 1952 | #504 | #211 | |||
| 1953 | #534 | ||||
| 1954 | #608 | ||||
| 1955 | #563 | #269 | |||
| 1956 | #597 | #268 | |||
| 1957 | #668 | ||||
| 1958 | #663 | ||||
| 1959 | #726 | ||||
| 1960 | #821 | ||||
| 1961 | #847 | ||||
| 1962 | #801 | ||||
| 1963 | #818 | ||||
| 1964 | #903 | #94 | |||
| 1965 | #995 | #110 | |||
| 2023 | #963 | #426 | |||
| 2025 | #923 | #403 | |||
| 2014 | #808 | #848 | |||
| 2015 | #856 | ||||
| 2016 | #800 | #851 | |||
| 2017 | #801 | ||||
| 2018 | #637 | #856 | |||
| 2019 | #660 | #601 | #817 | ||
| 2020 | #522 | ||||
| 2021 | #533 | #966 | |||
| 2022 | #412 | #987 | |||
| 2024 | #408 | #913 | |||
| 1966 | #122 | ||||
| 1967 | #105 | ||||
| 1968 | #116 | ||||
| 1969 | #128 | ||||
| 1970 | #149 | ||||
| 1971 | #146 | ||||
| 1972 | #141 | ||||
| 1973 | #160 | ||||
| 1974 | #165 | ||||
| 1975 | #178 | ||||
| 1976 | #214 | ||||
| 1977 | #224 | ||||
| 1978 | #256 | ||||
| 1979 | #260 | ||||
| 1980 | #257 | ||||
| 1981 | #312 | ||||
| 1982 | #235 | ||||
| 1983 | #279 | ||||
| 1984 | #364 | ||||
| 1985 | #201 | ||||
| 1986 | #274 | ||||
| 1987 | #286 | ||||
| 1988 | #303 | ||||
| 1989 | #238 | ||||
| 1990 | #241 | ||||
| 1991 | #392 | ||||
| 1992 | #361 | ||||
| 1993 | #264 | ||||
| 1994 | #296 | ||||
| 1995 | #260 | ||||
| 1996 | #355 | ||||
| 1997 | #303 | ||||
| 1999 | #391 | ||||
| 2000 | #411 | ||||
| 2001 | #497 | ||||
| 2002 | #619 | ||||
| 2003 | #826 | ||||
| 2004 | #673 | ||||
| 2007 | #831 | ||||
| 2008 | #854 | ||||
| 2009 | #633 | ||||
| 2012 | #885 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Winifred
- Winnifred
- Wynifred
- Wynnifred
- Winfred
Names Similar to Winifred
Nicknames for Winifred
- Winnie
- Fred
- Win
- Freddie
- Wini
Famous People Named Winifred
| Winifred Atwell | Trinidadian pianist |
| Winifred Wagner | German opera director |
| Winifred Holtby | British novelist |
| Winifred Edgerton Merrill | American astronomer |
| Winifred Cochrane | Canadian aviation pioneer |
| Winifred Kenna | Irish revolutionary |
| Winifred Lenihan | Australian politician |
| Winifred Maxwell, Duchess of Northumberland | English peeress |
| Winifred Kingston | English actress |
| Winifred Milius Lubell | American artist |
| Winifred Wagner Lutz | American environmentalist |
| Winifred Sweet Black Bonfils | American journalist |
| Winifred M. Letts | Irish poet and novelist |
| Winifred Mary Curtis | Australian botanist and conservationist |
| Winifred Knights | British painter |
| Winifred Asprey | American writer and editor |
| Winifred Young | Canadian journalist and broadcaster |
| Winifred Holt | American author |
| Winifred Freedman | American mathematician |
Characters Named Winifred
| Winifred "Winnie" Sanderson | From the movie "Hocus Pocus" |
| Winifred Burkle | From the TV series "Angel" |
| Winifred Banks | From the movie and musical "Mary Poppins" |
| Winifred Robinson | From the novel "Love on the Dole" |
| Winifred Haversham | From the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Winifred "Freddie" Brooks | From the TV series "A Different World" |
| Winifred "Winnie" Foster | From the novel "Tuck Everlasting" |
| Winifred Beecher Howe | From the movie "The Happiest Millionaire" |
| Winifred "Winnie" Winkle | From the comic strip "Winnie Winkle" |
| Winifred 'Freddie' Green | From the TV series "My Family" |
| Winifred "Freddie" | From the movie "The Prince and the Pauper" - 1990 |
| Winifred "Winnie" LaMarr | From the TV series "Step by Step" |
| Winifred "Winnie" Goodwin | From the TV series "Welcome to the Wayne" |
| Winifred | From the movie "The Sin of Harold Diddlebock" |
| Winifred "Winnie" Hicks | From the TV series "The Thundermans" |
| Winifred "Winnie" Cooper | From the TV series "The Wonder Years" |
| Winifred "Winnie" Harlow | From the movie "Sequoia" |
| Winifred "Winnie" Werewolf | From the TV series "The 13 Ghosts of Scooby-Doo" |
| Winifred "Winnie" | From the movie "Thirst" |