Vinther (also spelled Winther) is a common Anglo-Germanic surname dating back to the 13th century. The name developed from the Anglo-French word Vintner, meaning someone who is involved with winemaking. The surname is used worldwide, but is mainly found in Europe and the United States.
The surname Vinther dates back to 13th century England and derives from the Anglo-French word Vintner, meaning a person engaged in winemaking. In Denmark and Norway, it was originally given to people considered to possess a frosty or gloomy temperament.
Vinther is the 141,009th most common surname in the world. It is most prevalent in Denmark and the highest density is in the Faroe Islands.