Winifred

Girl's name

Winifred is of Welsh origin, derived from the elements "wyn" meaning "fair, white" and "frið" meaning "peace."

Meaning Blessed reconciliation
Origin Welsh
U.S. births in 2023 244 Rising
Peak year 1918

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Notable Namesakes

  • Winifred Atwell - Pianist known for boogie-woogie and ragtime music.
  • Winifred Wagner - German opera director and composer.
  • Winifred Holtby - English author and feminist.
  • Winifred Phillips - Video game composer.
  • Winifred Brunton - British artist known for Egyptian-themed paintings.
  • Winifred Knights - English painter associated with the Pre-Raphaelite movement.

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