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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: WIN //wɪn//
Origin: Welsh; English
Meaning: Welsh: fair, blessed; English: joy
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Wynne has its origins in the Welsh language, derived from the word "wyn," which means "fair," "blessed," or "white." This etymological root can be traced back to the Old Welsh form of the word, which has maintained its meaning over centuries. The transition into English occurred as the name was adopted by English speakers, particularly during the medieval period when Welsh names began to influence English naming conventions due to cultural exchanges and intermarriage between the Welsh and the English.
Historically, the name Wynne has been associated with various notable figures in Welsh history, including saints and nobility. One significant milestone is the use of the name in the context of Welsh literature and folklore, where it often appears in tales and poems celebrating the beauty and virtues of individuals.
The name's presence in the 16th-century translations of the Bible into Welsh, particularly the New Testament, helped to solidify its usage within the Welsh-speaking community. Culturally, Wynne carries connotations of purity and goodness, resonating with the values of fairness and virtue in Welsh tradition.
The name has also been used in various forms, such as Wyn, which serves as a diminutive or affectionate variant. The enduring appeal of Wynne can be attributed to its melodic quality and the positive attributes associated with its meaning, making it a name that has persisted through generations in both Welsh and English contexts.
Famous people named Wynne
In this section, you will find notable people named Wynne. 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 Wynne who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Wynne who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Wynne Evans is a singer and actor best known for his role in the Go Compare advertisements, as well as his work in opera and musical theatre.
Wynne Godley was an economist best known for his contributions to economic modeling and his work on the UK economy.
Fictional characters named Wynne
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Wynne is a fictional character from the video game series Dragon Age. She is a powerful mage and a member of the Grey Wardens, playing a significant role in the fight against darkspawn.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Wynne. 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 Wynne was first seen in the United States in 1904.
Wynne has ranked as high as #5833 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, California, Texas, and Maryland.
In the past 5 years the name Wynne has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Wynne 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 Wynne 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 Wynne.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| 2024 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 2023 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 2022 | 41 | 0 | 41 |
| 2021 | 37 | 5 | 32 |
| 2020 | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| 2019 | 47 | 0 | 47 |
| 2018 | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| 2017 | 35 | 0 | 35 |
| 2016 | 39 | 0 | 39 |
| 2015 | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| 2014 | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| 2013 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 2012 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 2011 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 2010 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2009 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 2008 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2007 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 2006 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 2005 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2004 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2003 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2002 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 2001 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2000 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1999 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1998 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1997 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1996 | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| 1995 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1994 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1993 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1991 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1990 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1989 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1988 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1987 | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| 1986 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1984 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1983 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1982 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1981 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1980 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1979 | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| 1978 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1977 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1976 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1975 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1974 | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| 1973 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1972 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1971 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1970 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1969 | 26 | 5 | 21 |
| 1968 | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| 1967 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1966 | 29 | 10 | 19 |
| 1965 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1964 | 26 | 5 | 21 |
| 1963 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1962 | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| 1961 | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| 1960 | 35 | 7 | 28 |
| 1959 | 33 | 6 | 27 |
| 1958 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 1957 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 1956 | 37 | 7 | 30 |
| 1955 | 35 | 6 | 29 |
| 1954 | 41 | 8 | 33 |
| 1953 | 33 | 7 | 26 |
| 1952 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1951 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 1950 | 26 | 6 | 20 |
| 1949 | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| 1948 | 21 | 6 | 15 |
| 1947 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1946 | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| 1945 | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| 1944 | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| 1943 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 1942 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1941 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1940 | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| 1938 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1936 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1935 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1934 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1933 | 19 | 5 | 14 |
| 1932 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1929 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 1928 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1927 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1923 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1920 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1919 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1918 | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| 1917 | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| 1916 | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| 1915 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1914 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1912 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1904 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Wynne (2020)
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 | 6 |