Winona
wi-NOH-nə
Popularity
#738
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
Native American
Total Births
12,481
Peak Year
#381 in 2024
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Winona is a Native American name of Dakota origin, meaning 'first-born daughter'. It carries a sense of importance and tradition.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Winona Ryder
American actress and producer
Personality Traits
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