Declining since 2022, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Winner since 2008
Babies named Winner per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 0 | 5 |
| 2010s | 49 | 75 |
| 2020s | 32 | 90 |
Meaning & origin
Winner is a modern American word name that directly expresses a desire for success. First recorded in the U.S. in 2008, it remains an uncommon choice, ranking 6,143rd in 2025 with an incidence of approximately 1 in 122,005 births. Its peak popularity occurred in 2023, and since 2022 its usage has been declining. The name has not concentrated in any particular U.S. state, reflecting its niche appeal across the country. While lacking deep historical roots, Winner fits within a broader trend of aspirational vocabulary names and carries an unambiguous, upbeat message.
Winner is an English word name derived from the Old English 'winnan', meaning 'to strive, fight, or conquer'. It has been used as a given name in the United States since the late 20th century, likely inspired by the positive connotations of success and victory. The name remains rare and is not traditionally established in any culture outside of modern English-speaking contexts.
“Winner” around the world
Where Winner lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Win, Winnie
Sibling names for Winner
Names that share Winner's style, for a brother or sister.
