Winnie
girl name#475 in 2025Winnie entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #159 in 1881, ranks #475 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1880–2025
#475
rank today
#159
peak (1881)
646
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #194 |
| 1890s | #182 |
| 1900s | #212 |
| 1910s | #266 |
| 1920s | #322 |
| 1930s | #379 |
| 1940s | #552 |
| 1950s | #975 |
| 1960s | #1552 |
| 1970s | #2066 |
| 1980s | #2462 |
| 1990s | #2260 |
| 2000s | #2403 |
| 2010s | #1546 |
| 2020s | #614 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Winnie has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 10,500 people named Winnie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Winnie alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Winnie in 2025?
- Winnie ranks #475 among US girl names in 2025, with 646 babies given the name.
- When was the name Winnie most popular?
- Winnie peaked in 1881, reaching #159 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Winnie with classmates?
- Winnie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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