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Lea vs Winifred

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lea

Girl #834 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"weary"

Origin: Hebrew Leah

Cultural Roots

French Italian Spanish German Hebrew American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#834
Total SSA Count
324
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Lea Rank #834
Winifred Rank #1,027

Lea is more popular, ranked #834 vs #1027 for Winifred.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lea or Winifred more popular?

Lea is more popular, ranked #834 compared to Winifred at #1027 in the United States.

What do Lea and Winifred mean?

Lea means "weary" (Hebrew Leah origin). Winifred means "holy peacemaking, blessed reconciliation" (Welsh origin).

Are Lea and Winifred boy or girl names?

Lea is primarily a girl name. Winifred is primarily a girl name.

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