Wynonna

“the name means 'firstborn girl'”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#3011US 2023

56Births / yr

↑Rising

261All-time births

📅 Since 198500

How to pronounce Wynonna

wi-non-ə

/wi-non-ə/ · · 3 syllables

“the name means 'firstborn girl'”

American origin · Girl name

What does Wynonna mean and where does it come from?

Wynonna is a name of Native American origin, specifically from the Sioux tribe, where it is used to denote a firstborn daughter. It gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century, particularly due to the fame of the country music star Wynonna Judd. The name is often regarded as stro

Cultural significance

Wynonna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the name means 'firstborn girl'.

Peak popularity

Reached #3501 in 2020 — currently #3011 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Wynonna?

Wynonna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Wynonna Grace

How popular is Wynonna right now?

Rising fast — up 110 spots — currently #3011 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#3011 · Top 2.2%

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2021

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3011	56	▲ up 110 · +6% births
2022	#3121	53	▲ up 1481 · +77% births
2021	#4602	30	▼ down 1101 · -30% births
2020	#3501	43	▲ up 5401 · +291% births
2000	#8902	11	▼ down 974
1995	#7928	11	▲ up 4569 · +120% births
1985	#12497	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Wynonna

Best Year2023Rank #3011

Peak Count56

Average Rank#6223

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1985 - 20237 years

The story of Wynonna

Wynonna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1985. With 261 total births recorded, Wynonna remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12497 in 1985 to #3011 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Wynonna in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Wynonna by decade

Wynonna peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	11
1990s ★	113
2000s	17
2010s	77
2020s	43

💎Wynonna has only 261 total recorded births since 1985 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Wynonna?

Common

WynWynoWynieWynyOnna

What names sound and feel like Wynonna?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Wynonna also consider these

Native American · First-born daughter.

Wynnona

American · firstborn daughter

Wynonia

American · a unique, modern

Sydonna

American · A modern name

Tyyonna

American · 'To be beautiful.'

Dyonna

American · Divine

How is Wynonna written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Wynonna

What does the name Wynonna mean?

Wynonna means "the name means 'firstborn girl'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Wynonna?

Wynonna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Wynonna have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Wynonna?

Wynonna originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Wynonna?

Wynonna pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Wynonna trending right now?

Wynonna is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.