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Origin: Welsh

Meaning: White; White ring

Wendy is a feminine name of English origin, meaning “friend,” and what better pal to have than your bouncing bundle of joy! Playwright J.M. Barrie first coined the gorgeous name as a leading character in the classic Peter Pan in 1904. As the story goes, Barrie was given the formidable nickname “fwendy” by a childhood acquaintance, which would make its way to the big time years later. For an extra touch, Wendy can also be a cute nickname for the Welsh name Gwendolen, meaning "white" and possibly "white ring." This can create images of snow, flower petals, and angel halos for baby to enjoy at their start to life. Have your darling Wendy feel young forever with this cute and preppy name.