Wynona Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationwi-NO-nah / /wɪˈnoʊ.nə/English; Native American
Meaning
English: 'firstborn'; Native American: 'gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
Wynona is often associated with Native American origins, particularly from the Sioux language, where it means 'firstborn.' The name gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in the United States. It has also been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and film. Wynona is sometimes spelled as Winona, which is a more common variant.
Trend Summary
Wynona has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable rise in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Winona
International Variants
- Winona (English)
Famous people named Wynona
Wynona Judd is an American country music singer and part of the duo The Judds, known for their hit songs in the 1980s.
Fictional characters named Wynona
Wynona is a character in the animated series 'The Fairly OddParents,' known for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wynona was first seen in the United States in 1899. Wynona has ranked as high as #793 nationally, which occurred in 1930, and has been most popular in Oklahoma, Kansas, Texas, Missouri, and California. In the past 5 years the name Wynona has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wynona (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| OK | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1902 | 10 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1905 | 8 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 15 |
| 1909 | 12 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1911 | 16 |
| 1912 | 19 |
| 1913 | 33 |
| 1914 | 50 |
| 1915 | 37 |
| 1916 | 43 |
| 1917 | 49 |
| 1918 | 53 |
| 1919 | 53 |
| 1920 | 63 |
| 1921 | 68 |
| 1922 | 84 |
| 1923 | 82 |
| 1924 | 79 |
| 1925 | 71 |
| 1926 | 65 |
| 1927 | 93 |
| 1928 | 87 |
| 1929 | 59 |
| 1930 | 97 |
| 1931 | 89 |
| 1932 | 75 |
| 1933 | 65 |
| 1934 | 70 |
| 1935 | 88 |
| 1936 | 66 |
| 1937 | 64 |
| 1938 | 76 |
| 1939 | 66 |
| 1940 | 54 |
| 1941 | 56 |
| 1942 | 55 |
| 1943 | 57 |
| 1944 | 49 |
| 1945 | 44 |
| 1946 | 47 |
| 1947 | 42 |
| 1948 | 44 |
| 1949 | 39 |
| 1950 | 49 |
| 1951 | 40 |
| 1952 | 34 |
| 1953 | 38 |
| 1954 | 50 |
| 1955 | 40 |
| 1956 | 38 |
| 1957 | 34 |
| 1958 | 30 |
| 1959 | 40 |
| 1960 | 37 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 38 |
| 1963 | 25 |
| 1964 | 25 |
| 1965 | 19 |
| 1966 | 24 |
| 1967 | 21 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 30 |
| 1972 | 29 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1974 | 22 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 51 |
| 2022 | 52 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 67 |