Winefried

Welsh

"blessed peacemaking"

Winefried Origin and Meaning

The name Winefried is a girl's name.

Winefried is an archaic feminine name derived from Germanic elements, likely related to the more common Winifred. The name combines 'wini,' meaning 'friend,' with 'frid,' meaning 'peace.' This particular spelling variant with 'wine' instead of 'wini' is extremely rare. Historically, Winifred was popular among early Christians due to its association with Saint Winifred, a 7th-century Welsh martyr. The Winefried spelling variation adds an unusual twist to the traditional name, though it might create pronunciation confusion due to its resemblance to the word 'wine.' This spelling has never achieved popularity in modern records and remains an exceptionally uncommon choice for baby girls.