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Name Origin

Winnie is a diminutive of the name Winifred, which has Welsh origins. Winifred means 'holy peace' or 'blessed reconciliation.'

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Famous People

Winnie Harlow (1994-)

Model, activist

  • First model with vitiligo to walk in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
  • Advocate for body positivity and diversity in fashion

Winnie-the-Pooh

Fictional character

  • Beloved children's book character
  • Popularized by A.A. Milne and Disney