Winonah
wi-NOH-nah
Winonah is a girl’s name of Native American origin, meaning “Means 'firstborn daughter' in the Dakota language.”, and peaked in popularity in 1917.
What Winonah Means
“Means 'firstborn daughter' in the Dakota language.”
The Story of Winonah
Before the oldest tree, before the first star, there was a beginning. This name honors that very first.
Carried from the Dakota language, this name holds the profound meaning of 'firstborn daughter.' It resonates with the deep traditions and spiritual connections of Native American heritage. Its presence is noted in written records from the early 20th century.
You feel a special tenderness for your first child, a sense of a unique beginning. This name mirrors that deep parental love, celebrating the daughter who arrives as your initial miracle, the dawn of your parenthood.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
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Peak Year
#7 in 1917
Total Births
7
First Recorded
1917
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