Wenonah
we-no-nah
US Popularity:11938
Origin:Native American
Meaning:Firstborn daughter
Of Native American Dakota or Lakota origin, Wenonah is a girl’s name meaning “firstborn daughter.” It is a variant spelling of Winona, which you may recognize thanks to actress Winona Ryder. Wenonah was also the name of the mother of Hiawatha, a legendary hero in the epic poem The Song of Hiawatha by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. A name that dances with timeless grace and mystique, Wenonah is an ethereal choice for your child.
How Popular Is The Name Wenonah?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2017
#15787
in 2017
- 592
from 1990
Sources
Name Doctor, Wenonah
Behind the Name, Winona, April 2024
WordSense Dictionary, Winona
IMDb, Winona Ryder
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