Wenona Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationwe-NO-nah / /wəˈnoʊ.nə/Native American; Dakota
Meaning
firstborn daughter; a feminine form of the name Winona
Historical & Cultural Background
Wenona is derived from the Dakota language, where it means 'firstborn daughter'. It is often associated with Native American culture and reflects the importance of lineage and family. The name has gained popularity in various forms across different cultures, particularly in the United States. It embodies a sense of heritage and connection to indigenous roots.
Trend Summary
Wenona has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wenona was first seen in the United States in 1907. Wenona has ranked as high as #1026 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in California, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Georgia, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Wenona has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wenona (1978)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 15 |
| 1916 | 15 |
| 1917 | 23 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1920 | 33 |
| 1921 | 36 |
| 1922 | 32 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 19 |
| 1925 | 17 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 14 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 14 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 25 |
| 1970 | 28 |
| 1971 | 42 |
| 1972 | 45 |
| 1973 | 32 |
| 1974 | 41 |
| 1975 | 52 |
| 1976 | 51 |
| 1977 | 50 |
| 1978 | 25 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |