Windsor Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: WIN-zor //ˈwɪn.zər//
Origin: English; Old English
Meaning: Old English: 'win' (friend) + 'sor' (enclosure)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Windsor has its roots in Old English, derived from the words "wind" and "dorsa," which together can be interpreted as "windy hill" or "hill with a winding river." The name is historically associated with Windsor Castle, a significant royal residence in England, which was established in the 11th century by William the Conqueror. The castle's name itself is believed to have originated from the Old English "Windsor," reflecting its geographical features and the landscape surrounding it.
Windsor became prominent in the historical narrative of England, particularly during the medieval period. The castle served as a royal residence for many monarchs, and it played a crucial role in the defense of the realm.
The name Windsor was further solidified in the public consciousness when King Edward VII, in 1917, changed the royal family's name from the House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha to the House of Windsor in response to anti-German sentiment during World War I. This decision marked a significant moment in British history, linking the name to the monarchy and national identity.
Culturally, Windsor has come to symbolize British heritage and royal tradition. The name evokes images of grandeur and stability, associated with the long-standing history of the British monarchy.
It has also inspired various artistic and literary references, reinforcing its significance in English culture. The diminutive form "Win" has been occasionally used, though it is less common.
Overall, Windsor encapsulates a rich historical legacy, reflecting both the geographical and royal significance of its origins.
Famous people named Windsor
In this section, you will find notable people named Windsor. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Windsor who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Windsor who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Windsor McKay was a cartoonist and animator best known for Little Nemo in Slumberland and Gertie the Dinosaur.
Windsor Davies was an actor best known for It Ain't Half Hot Mum and Carry On England.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Windsor. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Windsor was first seen in the United States in 1912.
Windsor has ranked as high as #5129 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee.
In the past 5 years the name Windsor has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Windsor is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Windsor was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Windsor.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| 2024 | 57 | 17 | 40 |
| 2023 | 30 | 9 | 21 |
| 2022 | 42 | 8 | 34 |
| 2021 | 44 | 11 | 33 |
| 2020 | 51 | 15 | 36 |
| 2019 | 43 | 12 | 31 |
| 2018 | 45 | 15 | 30 |
| 2017 | 34 | 9 | 25 |
| 2016 | 49 | 14 | 35 |
| 2015 | 43 | 11 | 32 |
| 2014 | 35 | 10 | 25 |
| 2013 | 27 | 6 | 21 |
| 2012 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2011 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2009 | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| 2008 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2007 | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2004 | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| 2002 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2001 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1999 | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| 1998 | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| 1997 | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1993 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1985 | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1982 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1979 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1977 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1976 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1969 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1965 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1964 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1963 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1962 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1959 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1957 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1956 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1955 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1952 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1951 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1950 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1949 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1948 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1945 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1944 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1941 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1940 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1939 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1938 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1937 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1936 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1934 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1933 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1931 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1930 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1929 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1928 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1927 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1926 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1925 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1924 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1923 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1922 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1921 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1920 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1919 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1918 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1917 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1916 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1912 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Windsor (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |