Winnie
Meaning of Winnie
The name Winnie, pronounced WIN-ee (/ˈwɪ.ni/), is a charming and timeless choice for baby girls. With origins rooted in the Old English name Winifred, meaning "blessed peacemaking" or "joy and peace," Winnie exudes a sense of warmth and serenity. It can also be a diminutive form of Winona, which means "firstborn daughter" in Native American Dakota language. The name gained widespread popularity due to beloved cultural associations such as the character Winnie-the-Pooh from A.A. Milne's classic children's stories and the spirited Winnie Foster from the novel "Tuck Everlasting." In recent years, Winnie has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, steadily climbing the ranks from 1,402nd place in 2014 to 611th place in 2023. This endearing name carries a rich history while maintaining a fresh and playful appeal for modern parents.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as WIN-ee (/ˈwɪ.ni/)
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Notable People Named Winnie
| Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, also known as Winnie Mandela, was a prominent South African anti-apartheid activist and politician, celebrated as the "Mother of the Nation." |
| Winnie Harlow is a Canadian fashion model and public spokesperson for vitiligo, known for her appearances on America's Next Top Model and the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. |
| Winnie Byanyima - Winifred Byanyima is a prominent Ugandan aeronautical engineer, politician, human rights activist, feminist, and diplomat, currently serving as the executive director of UNAIDS. |
| Winnie Baldwin was a multi-talented American vaudevillian, film actress, and playwright. |
| Winnie Hsin is a renowned Taiwanese singer celebrated for her exquisite soprano voice. |
| Winnie Lightner was an American stage and motion picture actress. |
| Winnie Forster - Winfried Ernst Forster is a German journalist, publisher, and video game critic. |
| Winnie Kiiza - Winifred Kiiza is a Ugandan teacher and politician who served as the Leader of Opposition in the Ugandan Parliament from May 2016 until August 2018. |
| Winnie Sun is an American financial advisor, speaker, and founding partner of Sun Group Wealth Partners. |
| Winnie Sorgdrager - Winnifred "Winnie" Sorgdrager is a retired Dutch politician and jurist, known for her role in the Democrats 66 (D66) party and her honorary title of Minister of State. |
| Winnie Irmgard Odinga, also known as Kazi, is a Kenyan politician and member of the East African Community Parliament representing the Government of Kenya. |
| Winnie Siu is a Hong Kong rugby union player who represented her country at the 2017 Women's Rugby World Cup. |
| Winnie Cordero, also known as Rowena Cordero-Erquieza, is a well-known Filipino comedian, actress, and TV host. |
| Winnie Liljeborg is a Danish businesswoman, investor, and philanthropist, known for co-founding Pandora and being one of the wealthiest women in Denmark with a net worth of DKK 4.9 billion. |
| Winnie Cheung Wai-sun is a prominent Hong Kong businesswoman and politician. |
