Winnie

Girl's name

Winnie is a diminutive of the name Winifred, which is of Welsh origin and means "blessed peacemaking."

Meaning Blessed reconciliation
Origin Welsh
U.S. births in 2023 551 Rising
Peak year 2024

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Winnie Harlow - Model with vitiligo, activist for diversity.
  • Winnie Mandela - Anti-apartheid activist, former wife of Nelson Mandela.
  • Winnie Cooper - Fictional character on "The Wonder Years" TV show.
  • Winnie Holzman - Creator of TV show "My So-Called Life."
  • Winnie Madikizela-Mandela - South African anti-apartheid activist.
  • Winnie Davis - Daughter of Confederate President Jefferson Davis.
  • Winnie Ewing - Scottish politician, first SNP MP.
  • Winnie Lightner - American actress and singer in the 1920s.
  • Winnie Mercer - Canadian politician, first female mayor of Vancouver.

Sisters for Winnie

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Brothers for Winnie

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