Winnie
Winnie: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈwɪni/
Meaning and origin of Winnie
- A diminutive of the female given name Winifred or, less often, of Winona.
- A diminutive of the male given name Winston.
Etymology
Diminutives + -ie.
How popular is Winnie?
Since 1880, 27,109 girls and 228 boys in the U.S. have been named Winnie (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #162 in 1881. Its highest rank for boys was #846 in 1884. In 2025 it ranked #475 for girls, with 646 babies given the name.
Names similar to Winnie
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
Sibling name ideas for Winnie
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Winnie FAQ
What does the name Winnie mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Winifred or, less often, of Winona. A diminutive of the male given name Winston. Diminutives + -ie.
How popular is the name Winnie?
Since 1880, 27,109 girls and 228 boys in the U.S. have been named Winnie (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #162 in 1881. Its highest rank for boys was #846 in 1884. In 2025 it ranked #475 for girls, with 646 babies given the name.
Is Winnie a boy or girl name?
Winnie is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 27,109 girls and 228 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.