gender neutral
Winter
the cold season
About Winter
This distinctive name evokes images of crystalline landscapes and the quiet beauty of the coldest season. Winter carries an undeniable strength, reflecting the resilience required to thrive during nature's most challenging months. The name possesses a modern edge while maintaining timeless appeal, making it suitable for parents seeking something both contemporary and enduring. Its single-syllable punch creates memorable impact, and the name's association with purity, renewal, and transformation adds layers of symbolic depth. Winter works beautifully as a standalone name and pairs effortlessly with both traditional and unconventional middle names.
Popularity of the Name Winter
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | #1000 | ||||
| 1979 | #706 | ||||
| 2012 | #772 | #360 | #920 | ||
| 2013 | #659 | #798 | |||
| 2014 | #553 | #782 | #586 | ||
| 2015 | #547 | #623 | #366 | #667 | |
| 2016 | #503 | #861 | #381 | #612 | |
| 2017 | #446 | #450 | #249 | #675 | |
| 2018 | #388 | #305 | #302 | #540 | |
| 2019 | #325 | #313 | #219 | #602 | #568 |
| 2020 | #315 | #288 | #233 | #602 | #480 |
| 2021 | #322 | #268 | #179 | #562 | #557 |
| 2022 | #305 | #276 | #237 | #486 | |
| 2023 | #369 | #316 | #277 | #821 | #770 |
| 2024 | #385 | #398 | #139 | #708 | #587 |
| 2025 | #426 | #384 | #352 | #547 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Winter
- Wynter
- Wyntre
- Wintar
Names Similar to Winter
Nicknames for Winter
- Win
- Winnie
- Wini
- Winty
- Terie
Famous People Named Winter
| Winter Ramos | American author and reality TV star |
| Winter Ave Zoli | American actress |
| Winter Anderson | British actress and singer |
Characters Named Winter
| Winter Schnee | "RWBY" animated series |
| Winter Frost | Fantasy novel character |
| Winter White | Fairy tale character - "Snow White's sister" |
| Winter Adams | Mystery novel detective |
| Winter Kelly | Teen drama series character |
| Winter Maestra | Science fiction novel character |
| Winter Potts | Superhero comic character |
| Winter Song | Romance novel character |
| Winter Woods | Fantasy webcomic character |
| Winter Hart | Adventure novel protagonist |
| Winter Rivers | Supernatural thriller character |
| Winter Bennett | Mystery novel character |
| Winter Chen | Sci-fi film protagonist |
| Winter Martinez | Drama series character |
| Winter Bishop | Crime novel detective |
| Winter James | Historical fiction character |
| Winter Campbell | Psychological thriller character |
| Winter Lee | Action film heroine |
| Winter Stone | Paranormal romance character |
| Winter Fox | Animated film protagonist |