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The Name Wanda - Origin and Meaning of Wanda
  



The Name Wanda - Origin and Meaning of Wanda


Gender

Feminine

Origin of the Name Wanda

Unknown

Usage of the Name Wanda

English, Polish

Meaning of the Name 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 of the name include Wanda Jackson (born 1937), an American singer; Wanda Sykes (born 1964), an American comedienne and actress.

Interesting Facts about Wanda

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