A Dictionary of Names. Origin and Meaning of Names!
A Dictionary of Names. Origin and Meaning of Names!
 











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Origin and Meaning of Wanda

Gender

Feminine

Origin of Wanda

Unknown

Meaning of Wanda

The name Wanda is of uncertain origin and meaning. According to some theories, it could be derived from the Slavic or Germanic roots. It could also mean "a Wend" (Wends is the English name for some Slavic people from north-central Europe, see also Wendel).

Famous bearers

Bearers include Wanda Jackson (born 1937), an American singer; Wanda Sykes (born 1964), an American comedian and actress.

Additional info

The name Wanda was introduced to the English-speaking world by English novelist Ouida, whose real name was Maria Louise Ramé. She used it in her novel Wanda published in 1883.

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