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GirlNative American

Winnona

wi-NOH-nah

Popularity

#11018

rising

Letters

7

Syllables

3

Origin

Native American

Total Births

157

Peak Year

#12 in 1923

First Recorded

1916

Style

Earthy & Bohemian

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Winnona is a variation of Winona, a Native American name (Sioux) meaning 'firstborn daughter'.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Winona Ryder

    Acclaimed American actress with a versatile career

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Personality Traits

GentleWiseIndependentCompassionate

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