Wynona Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Wynona is a name of Native American origin, meaning 'firstborn daughter'. It has evolved primarily from its Dakota Sioux roots into modern forms like Winona. The name is associated with traits of strength and individuality. It does not have biblical relevance but has gained recognition through notable figures in entertainment.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Wynona"
Pronunciation
/wɪˈnoʊ.nə/
Origin
Native American
Etymology
The name Wynona is derived from the Dakota Sioux language, where it means 'firstborn daughter'.
Meaning
firstborn daughter
Language Evolution
Wynona (modern form), Winona (variant form)
Historical Usage
The name Wynona gained popularity in the late 19th century, particularly in the United States, often associated with Native American heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Winona, Wynonah
Modern Popularity & Image
Wynona is perceived as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Wynona Ryder (actress), Wynona Judd (singer)
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 97 peak births in 1930
Geographic Spread
Popular across 17 US states, with strongest presence in Oklahoma
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Wynona"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Wynona"
"Wynona" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 944th of 9107 | 1,039 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 887th of 9204 | 1,217 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1724th of 12526 | 712 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3769th of 19264 | 268 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8631st of 27321 | 123 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13665th of 35406 | 93 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5035th of 30306 | 316 |
Regional Popularity of "Wynona" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Wynona" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
65.32% 925th/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
32.63% 772nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
66.36% 1026th/1546 |
- |
29.71% 699th/2353 |
84.16% 1302nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
89.99% 2004th/2227 |
- |
47.53% 1356th/2853 |
71.24% 1977th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
73.56% 2588th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
- |
76.47% 5217th/6822 |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Wynona"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Wynona" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Wynona" in the United States
The name Wynona is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Wynona has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Wynona' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 944th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 887th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1724th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3769th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8631st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13665th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5035th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Wynona' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.