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Winfred

♂ Boy

Pronounced WIN-fred /ˈwɪn.frɛd/Medium

Meaning: From the Old English Winfrith, 'friend of peace' (the birth name of Saint Boniface, Wynfrith), and often heard as a masculine echo of Winifred. A sturdy early-century name.Low

In 30 seconds: A gentle old name: Winfred means 'friend of peace' (Old English), said 'WIN-fred.' Early-century and warm.
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningFrom the Old English Winfrith, 'friend of peace' (the birth name of Saint Boniface, Wynfrith), and often heard as a masculine echo of Winifred. A sturdy early-century name.
U.S. rank (2023)#14079 ↘ Falling
2023 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1922
Total births (all-time)≈ 10,104

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192218802023

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Winfred comes from the Old English Winfrith, 'friend of peace' — the birth name of Saint Boniface — and is also heard as a masculine echo of Winifred. Popular in the early 20th century, it peaked in 1922 and faded gradually after (said 'WIN-fred').

Winfred belonged to the early-century generation and is rare today. Rare, warm, and vintage.

Did you know? Winfred, the Old English 'friend of peace,' peaked around 1922 and has faded to rarity since.
Overall data confidence 45%
References — Winfred — Old English Winfrith 'friend of peace'; Winifred echo

Variations

WinfieldWilfredWinford

Nicknames

WinFred

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Winfred mean?

Winfred is from the Old English Winfrith, 'friend of peace,' also a masculine echo of Winifred.

How do you pronounce Winfred?

It's said WIN-fred /ˈwɪn.frɛd/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Winfred a boy or girl name?

Winfred is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Winfred?

Winfred peaked in the early twenties and is very rare today.

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