Holding steady.
Popularity of Wanza since 1915
Babies named Wanza per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 73 |
| 1920s | 86 |
| 1930s | 79 |
| 1940s | 78 |
| 1950s | 58 |
| 1960s | 44 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Wanza is a rare American name with uncertain origins. It was first recorded in Social Security data in 1915, but it has never appeared in the top 1,000 names for any year. The name peaked in its debut year of 1915, though even then it was given to only a handful of girls. Since then, Wanza has remained stable in its rarity, never achieving widespread use. Its obscurity may appeal to parents seeking a genuinely unique name with a vintage feel. While its meaning is unclear, its sound echoes the popular early 20th century name Wanda. Wanza has no strong regional associations, as it has appeared sporadically across the country.
Wanza is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a shortened form of Wanda, a name of Slavic origin meaning 'wanderer,' or it could derive from a place name such as Wanza, Georgia. The name is recorded in the United States since 1915, though it has never been common and has remained relatively rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Wan, Za, Wanny
Variants: Wanda
Sibling names for Wanza
Names that share Wanza's style, for a brother or sister.
