Wynn
Wynn is a unisex name of Welsh origin meaning “Fair, blessed”, pronounced WIN. It ranked #1709 in the United States in 2025, given to 120 babies, and peaked at #1709 in 2025. Common nicknames: Winnie, Wy.
How popular is Wynn in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Wynn mean, and where does it come from?
Wynn comes from the Welsh gwyn, "white," "fair" or "blessed," the masculine of gwen, and it is also an Old English word meaning joy — the name of a rune, ƿ, that English used for the w sound before the Normans replaced it. Both roots are in play. American records hold the name from 1940, and it is rising now for both sexes, reaching its highest position in 2025, carried along by Wren, Quinn and the other one-syllable unisex names.
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Famous People Named Wynn
- Wynn Bullock — American photographer
- Steve Wynn — American businessman, in the surname position
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Wynn mean?
Wynn is a unisex name of Welsh origin meaning "Fair, blessed." Wynn comes from the Welsh gwyn, "white," "fair" or "blessed," the masculine of gwen, and it is also an Old English word meaning joy — the name of a rune, ƿ, that English used for the w sound before the Normans replaced it. Both roots are in play.
How do you pronounce Wynn?
Wynn is pronounced WIN. Common variations include Wyn, Win, Wynne.
Is Wynn a unisex name?
Yes, Wynn is traditionally a unisex name. Popular nicknames include Winnie, Wy.