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Origin: Native American

Meaning: First-born daughter

Give your firstborn name to remind them of their place in your heart! Winnona is a beautiful feminine name meaning “firstborn daughter.” It has roots in the Native American culture, particularly from the Sioux First Nations confederacy, which is made up of the Lakota, Dakota, and Nakota tribes and languages. Winnona comes from the description Dakota term Winúŋna, which was given to first-born little girls. Today, there are various Anglicised spellings that are well-known, including Winona, and Wynnona. Gifting baby Winnie a meaningful moniker like this is sure to help them feel connected to their heritage and family all in one.