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Winifred
Winifred (name) means a female given name of Welsh origin. Example: “Her grandmother was named Winifred.”
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A female given name of Welsh origin.
"Her grandmother was named Winifred."
How to use Winifred
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional feminine first name, often shortened to Winnie or Fred.
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Etymology
From the Old English name Winfriþ, itself adapted from the Welsh name Gwenfrewi.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Winifred” mean?
The word “Winifred” means a female given name of Welsh origin. In plain terms, a traditional feminine first name, often shortened to Winnie or Fred.
How do you use “Winifred” in a sentence?
Here is “Winifred” used in a sentence: “Her grandmother was named Winifred.”
What part of speech is “Winifred”?
“Winifred” is a name.
Where does the word “Winifred” come from?
The word “Winifred” comes from Old English. From the Old English name Winfriþ, itself adapted from the Welsh name Gwenfrewi.
