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Winifred

Winifred is a girl's name is of Welsh and Old English origin, and means "holy, blessed reconciliation," or "joy and peace." Winifred, a martyred Welsh princess, is traditionally called the patron saint of virgins, giving its joyous meaning a tragic past. This name packs a lot into its three syllables—a vintage feel, and two adorable nicknames in Winnie and Freddie. You might also get witchy vibes that go against this name's happy meaning, thanks to Winifred Sanderson from Hocus Pocus. One thing is certain—baby Winifred will never be short on character.
Welsh Female
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Meaning

Holy, blessed reconciliation, joy, peace

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Pronunciation

WIH-ni-fred

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Traits

  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Graceful
  • Intelligent

Compatibility

Winifred pairs well with classic and vintage names for siblings, creating a timeless and elegant sibset. As a middle name, Winifred adds a touch of sophistication and charm to any first name. This name is well-suited for families looking for a traditional yet distinctive choice that stands out in a modern context.

Elegant Sophisticated Graceful Intelligent

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Winifred Atwell

Winifred Atwell

Musician

Born: February 27, 1914 · Tunapuna, Trinidad and Tobago

Portrait of Winifred Wagner

Winifred Wagner

Cultural Figure

Born: June 23, 1897 · Hastings, United Kingdom

Portrait of Winifred Holtby

Winifred Holtby

Writer

Born: June 23, 1898 · Rudston, United Kingdom

Portrait of Winifred Maxwell, Countess of Nithsdale

Winifred Maxwell, Countess of Nithsdale

Historical Figure

Born: January 1, 1675 · Scotland, United Kingdom

Portrait of Winifred Lutz

Winifred Lutz

Artist

Born: January 1, 1952 · New York, USA

Portrait of Winifred Spooner

Winifred Spooner

Athlete

Born: January 1, 1904 · United Kingdom

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Winifred Original form
  • Winnifred Variant spelling
  • Winnifrede Old English form
  • Hebrew
  • Japanese Katakana
  • Chinese (Mandarin)
  • Devanagari
  • Georgian
  • Yiddish

Cultural Adaptations

  • וויניפרד (Winifred) Hebrew
  • ウィニフレッド (Winifureddo) Japanese Katakana
  • 温尼弗雷德 (Wēnīfúléidé) Chinese (Mandarin)
  • विनिफ्रेड (Vinifreḍa) Devanagari
  • ვინიფრედ (Vinipredi) Georgian
  • וויניפרעד (Vinifred) Yiddish

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Frequently Asked Questions about Winifred

What does Winifred mean?
Holy, blessed reconciliation, joy, peace
What is the origin of Winifred?
Winifred has Welsh origins.
Is Winifred popular?
Winifred has been viewed 128 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Winifred?
Similar names include Salma, Nicole, Yuki, Skye, Yohanna.
How do you pronounce Winifred?
Winifred is pronounced WIH-ni-fred.

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