Wanda

Girl's name

Wanda is of Slavic origin, possibly derived from the Old High German name Wando, meaning "wanderer" or "shepherd."

Meaning An early Slavic people
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 26
Peak year 1957

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Names Starting With W

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Wanda Sykes - Comedian and actress.
  • Wanda Jackson - Rockabilly singer.
  • Wanda Rutkiewicz - Renowned Polish mountaineer.
  • Wanda Landowska - Harpsichordist and musicologist.
  • Wanda Ventham - British actress known for "Sherlock."
  • Wanda Gág - Author and illustrator of children's books.
  • Wanda Koop - Canadian artist known for abstract paintings.
  • Wanda De Jesus - Actress known for "CSI: Miami."

Sisters for Wanda

Girl names closely related to Wanda

Christie Elana Shanice Nia Imani Tanisha Christin Shana

Brothers for Wanda

Boy names closely related to Wanda

Terence Stanley Carmelo Jevon Ralph Nigel Kelvin Tariq

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Wanda

Lawanda Vonda

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