"Wine's hill, friend's hill"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Winslow
Pronunciation: [ w-IHNZL-oh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"hilltop settlement of the friend"
Origin: Anglo-Saxon
Language: English
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The Story of Winslow
Winslow is an Old English place name and surname derived from the elements Wine (a friend or the Anglo-Saxon name Wine) and hlaw (hill, mound). It means Wine's hill or friend's hill, referring to a specific geographical feature. As a place name, Winslow appears in Buckinghamshire, England, where it has been used since the Anglo-Saxon period. It transitioned to a given name primarily in North America.
Winslow has been gaining popularity in the US since the 2010s as parents seek distinguished vintage names that feel both familiar and distinctive. Its aristocratic sound and the beloved nickname Win give it wide appeal among families drawn to names with historical gravitas.
Winslow Homer (1836-1910) was one of the greatest American painters of the 19th century, famous for his seascapes and Civil War paintings. His art defined a uniquely American aesthetic. The Terence McNally play The Winslow Boy (1946), based on a famous British legal case, also gave the name literary cachet.
Historical Record
Winslow first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,010 babies have been named Winslow in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Winslow is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,753 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Winslow Homer (1836-1910) is considered one of the greatest American painters, famous for his depictions of the sea and American rural life
- Winslow, Arizona is immortalized in the Eagles song Take It Easy: standing on a corner in Winslow, Arizona
- The Winslow Boy is a celebrated play by Terence Rattigan (1946) based on the real-life Archer-Shee affair, a famous British legal case
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Winslow Homer
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American painter considered one of the greatest artists of the 19th century, known for seascapes and Civil War paintings
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Protagonist of Brian De Palma's Phantom of the Paradise (1974), a musician who makes a deal with a music producer
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,753
- Total SSA Count
- 47
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Win
Winnie
Winz
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Frequently Asked Questions About Winslow
What does the name Winslow mean?
"Wine's hill, friend's hill" (from Old English). "hilltop settlement of the friend" (from Anglo-Saxon). Winslow is an Old English place name and surname derived from the elements Wine (a friend or the Anglo-Saxon name Wine) and hlaw (hill, mound). It means Wine's hill or friend's hill, referring to a specific geographical feature. As a place name, Winslow appears in Buckinghamshire, England, where it has been used since the Anglo-Saxon period. It transitioned to a given name primarily in North America.
What is the origin of the name Winslow?
Winslow has Old English, Anglo-Saxon, English, and American origins. In Old English, it means "Wine's hill, friend's hill". In Anglo-Saxon, it means "hilltop settlement of the friend".
Is Winslow a boy or girl name?
Winslow is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2753. As a girl name, it is ranked #1470. Winslow is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Winslow?
Winslow is pronounced w-IHNZL-oh.
How popular is the name Winslow?
Winslow is currently ranked #2753 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Winslow?
Common nicknames for Winslow include Win, Winnie, and Winz.
What are good middle names for Winslow?
Popular middle name pairings include Winslow James, Winslow Arthur, Winslow Henry, Winslow Edward, and Winslow George.
What are good sibling names for Winslow?
Names that pair well with Winslow as siblings include Fletcher, Barnaby, Cecily, Harriet, and Dashiell.
How many syllables does Winslow have?
Winslow has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Winslow a common or rare name?
Winslow is an uncommon name, ranked #2753 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Winslow?
Related spellings include Winston.
About the Name Winslow
Winslow is a boy name with English and American origins . The name means "Wine's hill, friend's hill" in Old English .
Is Winslow a boy or girl name? Winslow is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,753 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,470. Winslow is more commonly used as a girl name.
Winslow is currently ranked #2,753 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Winslow has 2 syllables and is pronounced w-IHNZL-oh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Winslow include Win, Winnie, and Winz. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Winslow include Winston . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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