Winnifred
girl name#2514 in 2025Winnifred entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #413 in 1888, ranks #2514 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2514
rank today
#413
peak (1888)
70
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #519 |
| 1890s | #551 |
| 1900s | #589 |
| 1910s | #562 |
| 1920s | #654 |
| 1930s | #941 |
| 1940s | #1436 |
| 1950s | #2175 |
| 1960s | #4197 |
| 1970s | #5983 |
| 1980s | #9681 |
| 1990s | #11615 |
| 2000s | #13918 |
| 2010s | #7621 |
| 2020s | #2817 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Winnifred has been most popular in CA, TX, MI.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Winnifred are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Winnifred alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Winnifred in 2025?
- Winnifred ranks #2514 among US girl names in 2025, with 70 babies given the name.
- When was the name Winnifred most popular?
- Winnifred peaked in 1888, reaching #413 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Winnifred with classmates?
- Winnifred will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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