Rising since 1987, #456 for girls today.
Popularity of Wynter since 1962
Babies named Wynter per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 18 |
| 1970s | 134 |
| 1980s | 285 |
| 1990s | 560 |
| 2000s | 1,211 |
| 2010s | 3,638 |
| 2020s | 4,882 |
Meaning & origin
Wynter first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1962, but saw little use for decades. The name began a steady upward trajectory starting in 1987, reflecting a broader trend toward nature and seasonal names. It reached its peak rank of 456 in 2021, and as of 2025 remains at that rank with moderate usage. About 1 in 2,378 newborn girls are named Wynter, making it a distinctive but recognizable choice. The name is most popular in Washington D.C., South Carolina, and Louisiana. Its variant spelling with 'y' distinguishes it from the more common Winter, appealing to parents seeking a modern twist.
Wynter is a modern English variant of the word 'winter,' adopted as a given name. It rose in popularity as part of the trend for nature-inspired and seasonal names, often used for girls. The spelling with 'y' gives it a distinctive, contemporary feel while retaining the seasonal association.
Where Wynter is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Wynter” around the world
Where Wynter lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
6
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Winnie, Wyn, Wynn
Variants: Winter
Sibling names for Wynter
Names that share Wynter's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Wynter
Names whose popularity has moved with Wynter's over the last 50 years.
