Holding steady.
Popularity of Wanona since 1915
Babies named Wanona per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1972, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Wanona's real moment was 1936.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 16 |
| 1930s | 14 |
| 1940s | 15 |
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 13 |
| 1970s | 29 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Wanona is a rare feminine name that appeared in U.S. birth records beginning in 1915, and it saw its highest usage in 1936. The name is a variant of Winona, a Dakota name meaning 'firstborn daughter.' Although Wanona has never been a common name, it experienced a modest peak during the 1930s. Since then, its usage has remained extremely low, and it has not appeared in national rankings in recent years. The name's trajectory has been stable but sparse, with no top states showing significant concentration. Wanona offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with Native American roots and a vintage feel.
Wanona is a variant of the Dakota name Winona (also spelled Wenonah), which means 'firstborn daughter.' The name gained some popularity in the United States in the early 20th century, possibly influenced by the popularity of the similar-sounding Winona or through literary use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Wan, Nona
Sibling names for Wanona
Names that share Wanona's style, for a brother or sister.
