Rising since 2014, #3,389 for girls today.
Popularity of Wynnie since 2013
Babies named Wynnie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 85 |
| 2020s | 150 |
Meaning & origin
Wynnie is an affectionate short form of Winifred that has stepped out on its own in the 21st century. First recorded in the U.S. in 2013, the name ranked 3,389th in 2023, reflecting about 1 in every 35,717 baby girls. Its popularity has been rising steadily since 2014, and it reached its peak rank of 3,389th in 2023, suggesting continued growth. The name saw particular favor in Ohio, which topped the list of states using Wynnie. As a nickname style name, Wynnie fits a trend of vintage short forms like Elsie and Maisie gaining modern traction.
Wynnie is a pet form of the name Winifred, which comes from the Welsh name Gwenfrewi, derived from gwen ("blessed, white") and frewi ("peace"). The name Winifred was borne by a 7th-century Welsh saint, and its use spread in English-speaking countries during the 19th century. Wynnie emerged as a casual nickname that has occasionally been used as an independent given name.
Where Wynnie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Win, Wyn
Sibling names for Wynnie
Names that share Wynnie's style, for a brother or sister.
