About Winther
The surname Winther is of Scandinavian origin and is derived from the Old Norse word "vindr," meaning "wind" or "winter." It is a topographic or seasonal surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was associated with the winter season or lived in a place with strong winds. The name may have been given to individuals who exhibited characteristics or traits associated with winter or wind, such as being resilient, cold, or unpredictable. Over time, the surname Winther became hereditary and passed down through generations.
The surname Winther is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Winther based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Winther is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Winther in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Winther using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.