Winifred
boy nameWinifred entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #910 in 1903, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1882–2025
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rank today
#910
peak (1903)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #943 |
| 1900s | #1197 |
| 1910s | #1345 |
| 1920s | #1299 |
| 1930s | #1567 |
| 1940s | #2162 |
| 1950s | #2364 |
| 1960s | #2962 |
| 1970s | #4030 |
| 1980s | #6941 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Winifred are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Winifred alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Winifred in 2025?
- Winifred is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Winifred most popular?
- Winifred peaked in 1903, reaching #910 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Winifred with classmates?
- Winifred will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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