Win is of Germanic origin, meaning "friend" or "protector". It is derived from the Old Germanic word "wini", which also means "friend". This name was popular among early German tribes and later adopted by other European cultures. In medieval times, Win was often used as a nickname for people who were considered amiable or protective. Today, Win is still occasionally used as a given name, but it is more commonly found as a short form of names like Winston or Windham.
The name Win has seen fluctuations in popularity over the decades, with peaks in recent years. Between 1951 and 2023, there were a total of 162 babies named Win.