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Winona Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "winona" is "firstborn daughter", and is used often for "girls".

Name
winona
Meaning
firstborn daughter
Pronunciation
wi-no-nah
Used for
girls
Syllables
3

Winona Name Details

Winona is a feminine given name with Native American origins. It is derived from the Sioux tribe's Dakota language and is commonly associated with the Dakota and Ojibwe tribes. The name signifies the status of being a firstborn daughter, carrying a sense of significance and importance in Native American culture. Winona became more popular in the English-speaking world after it was used as the name of the actress Winona Ryder.

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