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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Possibly referring to a Wend (a Slavic people)
- Origin
- Polish/Slavic
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- WAHN-dah
Wanda is a vintage-feeling girl's name with a free-spirited, boho edge, pronounced WAHN-dah. It's Polish and Slavic in origin, and while it's often said to mean 'wanderer,' that isn't accurate: Wiktionary's etymology points instead to 'Wend,' an old term for a Slavic people.
Meaning & Origin of Wanda
Meaning: Possibly referring to a Wend (a Slavic people).
Origin: Polish/Slavic.
A common claim: Widely said to mean 'wanderer' Actually: Wiktionary's etymology points instead to 'Wend,' an old term for a Slavic people, not the concept of wandering.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Wanda
WAHN-dahIPA /ˈwɑːndə/
Popularity of Wanda
Wanda peaked at #47 in 1934, when 4,368 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #5123, with 26 babies named Wanda that year.
Names Like Wanda
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FAQ
What does the name Wanda mean?
Possibly referring to a Wend (a Slavic people). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Wanda?
Wanda is pronounced WAHN-dah (IPA: /ˈwɑːndə/).
Is Wanda a popular name right now?
Wanda peaked at #47 in 1934 and is ranked #5123 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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