Wenona is of Native American origin, derived from the Algonquin tribe's word "wennonah," which means "peace." This name was popularized during the 19th century through James Fenimore Cooper's novel "The Last of the Mohicans." Wenona typically has three syllables and is pronounced as /wen-o-nah/. It offers a unique and distinctive option for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful first name for their child.
The name Wenona experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years. It started with a peak of 23 births in 1917, then declined steadily until reaching a low of just 5 births in several recent years (2008, 2018, 2021, and 2023). Overall, there were 1168 Wenona births recorded over the entire period.