Wanda
Wanda is a name of Slavic origin, derived from the Germanic tribe name "Wend" or from a Polish legend of Princess Wanda who sacrificed herself to save her people. The name may also mean "wanderer" or "shepherdess" in some interpretations.
Current Popularity
#6096 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Has a retro charm that's seeing renewed interest
- •Strong legendary association with Polish folklore
- •Peaked in popularity in the 1930s-1960s
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Statistics
281,214
Total births since 1880
1957
Peak year
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