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Name Origin

Winston is an English surname of Norman origin, meaning 'wine's town' or 'from the wine settlement'. It has gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, likely influenced by figures like Winston Churchill.

englishsurnamenormanwinetownsettlement

Famous People

Winston Churchill (1874-1965)

Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

  • Led Britain to victory in World War II
  • Nobel Prize in Literature

Winston Duke (1986-)

Actor

  • Known for roles in 'Black Panther' and 'Us'

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