Winthrop
The meaning of Winthrop is ‘friend’s village’. It is a name that is traditionally given to girls and it is a name of English origins. It comes from the old English word 'winn', The meaning of which is ‘friend’ and the old Norse word ‘porp’, meaning settlement. This is believed to have influenced the old English word ‘throp’, meaning village. Hence the suffix 'throp' is used to describe a ‘settler’ or ‘villager’. The name a popular family name for settlers from Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire in England. John Winthrop is a famous person with Winthrop as a last name. Winthrop was a lawyer and one of the front leaders and founders of the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
Gender
Boy
Meaning
friend's village
Origin
English
Numerology
W is for warm hearted, it’s you!
I is for ignite, the fire in you!
N is for nice, need I say more?
T is for treasure, of your friendship.
H is for hero, as you appear to many.
R is for rely, everyone’s trustworthy friend.
O is for outlook, pleasing to all.
P is for playful, the fun side of you.
Lucky
Winthrop lucky number is 6.
Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.
Famous People Named Winthrop
- Winthrop Aldrich Rockefeller American politician; 37th Governor of Arkansas
- Winthrop Paul "Win" Rockefeller American politician; 13th Lieutenant Governor of Arkansas; son of Winthrop Rockefeller
- Winthrop Niles Kellogg American psychologist
- Winthrop Williams Aldrich American diplomat
- Winthrop Ames American theater director
Winthrop in Pop Culture
- Winthrop Paroo little boy in musical "The Music Man"
- Winthrop Wortle main character in comic strip "Winthrop" by Dick Cavalli
