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Current rank (2025)#381
Babies named Winston in 2025830
Total recorded32,953
Peak year2019 (860 babies)
Highest rank ever#234
Years in records1880–2025 (143 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 8137 spots

Frequently asked about Winston

What does the name Winston mean?
Winston means “Wine's town or joyful stone settlement” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Winston?
Winston has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Wine's town or joyful stone settlement”.
How popular is Winston?
Winston ranked #381 in 2025 — given to 830 babies that year.
When was Winston most popular?
Winston peaked in 2019 with 860 babies registered that year.
Is Winston a boy or girl name?
Winston is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Winstons in registered births are male.
Is the name Winston rising or falling in popularity?
Winston has risen 8137 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #8518 in 2020 to #381 in 2025.
How long has Winston been recorded?
Winston appears in birth records across 143 years — from 1880 through 2025.

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