Declining since 2014, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Winton since 1892
Babies named Winton per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 10 |
| 1900s | 11 |
| 1910s | 271 |
| 1920s | 504 |
| 1930s | 297 |
| 1940s | 224 |
| 1950s | 165 |
| 1960s | 111 |
| 1970s | 51 |
| 1980s | 63 |
| 1990s | 67 |
| 2000s | 50 |
| 2010s | 83 |
| 2020s | 33 |
Meaning & origin
Winton is a vintage surname-turned-first name that saw its peak popularity in 1920, ranking higher than its current 9,714th place. In 2025, only about 1 in 244,011 babies received the name, placing it firmly among rare choices. The name has been on a downward trajectory since 2014, reflecting a broader decline of early 20th century revival names. Originally an English locational surname, Winton evokes an old-fashioned charm that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name with roots in English heritage.
Winton originates as a locational surname derived from various places in England named Winton. The elements are Old English 'wine' (friend) or 'hwit' (white) plus 'tun' (enclosure, settlement). As a given name, it emerged in the 19th century, particularly in the United States, following the fashion of using surnames as first names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Win, Winnie
Variants: Wynton
Sibling names for Winton
Names that share Winton's style, for a brother or sister.
