Winnie

Unisex

Meaning

Whales - blessed reconciliation

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈwɪni/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Winnie is a pawfect dog name, with a pedigree that's pure gold. It's a nod to the honey-loving, red-shirted bear, Winnie the Pooh, making it a sweet choice for your cuddly canine. Plus, it's a tribute to the real-life bear named Winnie who inspired A.A. Milne's stories. The name Winnie also has Celtic roots, meaning "fair one" or "white," ideal for your fair-furred friend. So, if you want a name that's as charming as it is cultured, Winnie is a winner. It's a name that says, "I'm cute, I'm lovable, and I might just steal your honey sandwich!"

Traits associated with the name Winnie:

Dogs named Winnie tend to be loving, good-natured, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, intelligence, and friendship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Winnie?

That you have a fondness for Winnie the Pooh and the characters associated with it. It could also suggest that you have a playful and lighthearted personality.

Is Winnie a good dog name?

Winnie has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Winnie is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!

Popularity: Overall

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Winnie is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Winnie outranks the great majority of names.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Winnie was, in the past month, the 99th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Winnie is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

In general, this name has held steady in popularity with PupNames.com visitors.

In the past week, Winnie was viewed 165 times, and liked 4 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Winnie's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Winnie is most adored in Arkansas, Montana and Minnesota.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Idaho, Iowa and Kansas.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Winnie.

Most popular breeds named Winnie:

  1. Dachshund
  2. Chihuahua
  3. Labrador Retriever
  4. German Shepherd
  5. Chow Chow

Winnie is found in these categories:

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Popularized in early 20th century, notably by Pooh bear's creator.

british dog names
british

Associated with beloved children's book character from "Winnie-the-Pooh".

cute dog names
cute

Evokes whimsy, referencing honey-loving bear from A.A. Milne's classic tales.

playful dog names
playful

The association with the jovial character Winnie the Pooh gives it a playful connotation.

disney dog names
disney

She's named after a lovable, honey-loving bear from a popular animation.

friendly dog names
friendly

Winnie sounds cuddly, warm, and inviting, perfect for a lovable pooch.

irish dog names
irish

Derived from Irish name Gwyneth, meaning blessed or fair.

Dog names like Winnie:

Ali
Noble, Exalted
Short for barnacle.
Little Bird
Of The Sea Or Bitter
Dawn
King
Winnie dog name meaning

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