Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 04, 2024

Wynona

US Popularity Rank: 6533

Origin: Native American

Meaning: First-born daughter

Made famous by the renowned American actress Winona Ryder, we have no doubt baby will take center stage with this unique and sweet moniker. Typically feminine, Wynona is of Native American origin and means “first-born daughter,” making for an ideal choice that celebrates baby’s place in your home. It is derived from the name Winúŋna and has taken on many variations over the years. To make it even cuter, it can easily be shortened to Winnie as a doting nickname.

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