Winifred Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Winifred Name at a Glance

Name	Winifred
Meaning	Reconciled; blessed. Historically Winifred was a martyred Welsh princess; traditionally the patron saint of virgins.
Origin	Welsh
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Winifred Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Winifred means “Reconciled; blessed. Historically Winifred was a martyred Welsh princess; traditionally the patron saint of virgins”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Winifred Name Origin

Our database records Winifred under Welsh origin. Browse more Welsh baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Winifred a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Winifred is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Winifred

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