Wynne
Meaning of Wynne
Wynne is a lovely name for a baby girl. It has its origin in the Welsh language, meaning "fair" or "white." The name has associations with beauty and purity. In terms of pronunciation, both American English and British English pronounce Wynne as "WIN" (/wɪn/). The name has been given to newborns in the United States since at least 1904, and it has maintained a steady level of popularity over the years. While not among the most popular names, it remains consistently chosen by parents looking for a unique and elegant option for their daughters.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as WIN (/wɪn/)
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Notable People Named Wynne
| Wynne Edwin Baxter was an English lawyer, translator, antiquarian, and botanist, best known for conducting the inquests on most of the victims of the Whitechapel Murders, including three of Jack the Ripper's victims, and Joseph Merrick, the "Elephant Man". |
| Wynne Greenwood is a queer feminist performance artist known for her work in installation art, photography, filmmaking, and music, including the electropop and video project group, Tracy + the Plastics, based in Seattle, Washington. |
| Wynne Arboleda, a Filipino former professional basketball player, earned the moniker "The Snatcher" for his impressive steals during games. |
| Wynne Richards is a former male international lawn and indoor bowler. |
