Girl Name

Wenonah

"First daughter; the eldest girl in a family"

About the Name Wenonah

Meaning

First daughter; the eldest girl in a family

Origin

Ojibwe (Native American)

Gender

Girl

First Letter

Wenonah is a girl name of Ojibwe (Native American) origin. The name means "First daughter; the eldest girl in a family" and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with W or explore other Ojibwe (Native American) names.

Popularity Over Time

#43

1950

#12

1960

#68

1970

#20

1980

#5

1990

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2000

#6

2010

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2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Wenonah

WR Winona Ryder (actress)

Names Similar to Wenonah

Winona

First-born daughter, eldest daughter

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Wendy

Winifred

Quick Facts

Syllables: 3
Letters: 7
Starts with: W
Origin: Ojibwe (Native American)

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