Winnie
wih-nee
US Popularity:1165
Origin:Welsh
Meaning:Fair bow; Blessed ring; Gentle friend, friend of peace
Winnie is a feminine name of Welsh origin. Typically used as a nickname for Winifred or Gwendolyn, it stands strong as a name in its own right, translating to “gentle friend” or “friend of peace.” Winnie could also mean "fair bow" and "blessed ring." One popular figure that may come to mind is the gentle teddy bear Winnie-the-Pooh. If you want to help baby develop a kind, compassionate spirit, the name Winnie is sure to start them off on the right foot.
Winnie Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Winnie is currently #611 on The Bump
Boy:Winnie is currently #441 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Winnie is currently #354 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Winnie is currently #1165 in U.S. births
Boy:Winnie is currently #9597 in U.S. births
Girl:Winnie is currently #1175 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#1175
in 2022
+ 177
from 2021
Sources
Britannica, Winnie-the-Pooh, September 2023
Behind the Name, Winnie, April 2021
Name Doctor, Winnie
Name Doctor, Winifred
Name Doctor, Gwendolen
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