Windy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Windy originates from English, stemming from the word 'wind' and characterized by the presence of air movement. It has evolved from Old English through Middle English to its modern form. Windy conveys a cheerful and spirited nature, without biblical connections, and gained popularity in the 20th century. Variants include Winda and Winnie, and it is currently seen as playful and whimsical.
The name Windy is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Windy has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Windy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1927th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 729th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2293rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8681st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12858th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Windy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Windy"
Pronunciation
/ˈwɪndi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Windy is derived from the word 'wind,' which refers to the movement of air. The suffix '-y' is often used in English to create adjectives or to denote a characteristic.
Meaning
characterized by the presence of wind
Language Evolution
Old English: wind, Middle English: windy, Modern English: Windy
Historical Usage
Windy became popular as a name in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often used as a nickname or given name linked to a cheerful or spirited personality.
Variants & Derivatives
Winda, Wind, Winnie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Windy is perceived as a whimsical and playful name, often associated with nature and a breezy disposition.
Famous People
Windy City, a nickname for Chicago, known for its weather, Windy Miller, a character from the children's television series 'Camberwick Green'
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Windy"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Windy"
"Windy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1927th of 12526 | 596 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 729th of 19264 | 3,277 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2293rd of 27321 | 820 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8681st of 35406 | 196 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12858th of 30306 | 76 |
Regional Popularity of "Windy" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Windy" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
95.69% 2131st/2227 |
- |
45.08% 1286th/2853 |
66.56% 1847th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
32.69% 960th/2937 |
49.78% 1734th/3483 |
15.38% 541st/3518 |
17.66% 714th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
37.74% 1960th/5194 |
30.50% 1927th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
92.47% 6901st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Windy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Windy" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.