Winifred
Pronunciation: [ w-IHN-ihfr-ihd ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Winifred first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 219 babies have been named Winifred in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Winifred is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,771 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,771
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Also a Girl Name
Winifred is also used as a girl name, ranked #1027.
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Old English blithe origin
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Germanic origin
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About the Name Winifred
Winifred is a boy name .
Is Winifred a boy or girl name? Winifred is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #19,771 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,027. Winifred is more commonly used as a girl name.
Winifred is currently ranked #19,771 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Winifred include Win, Wiy, Winie, and Winiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis