Winthrop Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Winthrop has Old English origins, meaning 'joyful village'. It evolved from the forms Wyntrup to Winthrop. The name is historically linked to influential figures like John Winthrop, contributing to its recognition. It carries a sense of tradition and dignity, with no biblical relevance.
The name Winthrop is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Winthrop has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Winthrop' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1398th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1925th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1986th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4232nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9637th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14960th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Winthrop' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Winthrop"
Pronunciation
/ˈwɪnθrəp/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Winthrop is derived from the Old English elements 'wynn' meaning 'joy' and 'throp' meaning 'village' or 'settlement'.
Meaning
joyful village
Language Evolution
Wyntrup, Winthrop
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 17th century, particularly in colonial America, due to the prominence of John Winthrop, the first governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
Variants & Derivatives
Win, Winnie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Winthrop is viewed as a traditional and dignified name, often associated with historical significance due to its colonial roots.
Famous People
John Winthrop, Winthrop Rockefeller
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Winthrop"
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 "Winthrop"
"Winthrop" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1398th of 7545 | 431 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1925th of 6773 | 264 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1986th of 7552 | 307 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4232nd of 10718 | 96 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9637th of 16616 | 36 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 14960th of 23106 | 28 |
Regional Popularity of "Winthrop" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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40.10% 553rd/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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47.04% 732nd/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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45.14% 1097th/2430 |
- | - |
| 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 "Winthrop" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Winthrop"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Winthrop" 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.