Firstborn daughter
Derived from the Dakota word 'winúŋna', this name is traditionally given to the firstborn daughter in a family. It carries a sense of heritage and primacy within the family structure. The name gained wider popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
About 466 girls were named Winona in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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