Winifred
Winifred is a Christian girl name of Welsh, influenced by Old English origin, meaning “Blessed reconciliation; friend of peace”.
| Meaning | Blessed reconciliation; friend of peace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Welsh, influenced by Old English |
| Pronunciation | WIN-ih-fred |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States |
Meaning and origin of Winifred
Winifred is the English form of the Welsh Gwenfrewi, usually explained as gwen 'white, blessed' and frewi 'reconciliation'. The spelling was shaped by Old English names built from wine 'friend' and frith 'peace'. Saint Winifred was a seventh-century Welsh virgin martyr whose holy well at Holywell in North Wales remains a pilgrimage site.
Is Winifred a Christian name?
Winifred is a Christian name honouring Saint Winifred (Gwenfrewi), whose well at Holywell has drawn pilgrims for centuries.
How popular is Winifred?
Popular in the early twentieth century; now a rare vintage revival.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Winifred mean?
Winifred means 'Blessed reconciliation; friend of peace'. It is of Welsh, influenced by Old English origin.
Is Winifred a Christian name?
Winifred is a Christian name honouring Saint Winifred (Gwenfrewi), whose well at Holywell has drawn pilgrims for centuries.
How do you pronounce Winifred?
Winifred is pronounced WIN-ih-fred.
Is Winifred a boy or girl name?
Winifred is usually a girl name.