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Winnie

Girl name · 118 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Winnie: 118 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 36 births in 2025.

A diminutive of Winifred, the name Winnie ultimately derives from the Welsh Gwenfrewi, meaning "blessed peace" or "fair and white," though it has also long been used as a standalone given name. Most famously, it belongs to the beloved bear Winnie-the-Pooh, whose real-life inspiration was a Canadian black bear named Winnipeg; the name also calls to mind Winnie Mandela, the anti-apartheid activist, and the Welsh Saint Winifred, whose holy well is a pilgrimage site. While no major place is directly named after Winnie, the related Winifred appears as a place-name in Scotland (Winifred’s Well in Fife). A versatile choice that feels timeless yet friendly, Winnie has remained a consistent favourite in Scotland, often chosen as an affectionate alternative to its longer original forms.