Winona
Meaning
“Dakota Sioux name meaning 'firstborn daughter'”
Popularity, 1890–2024
Shape drawn from US Social Security baby-name records. Winona peaked in the 2020s.
When you meet Winona
People given the name Winona in the United States span the generations: the middle half were born anywhere from 1950 to 2025. Age is the one thing the name won't tell you.
Estimated from US Social Security birth registrations and typical lifespans; a rough guide, not a rule.
The Winona deep dive
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