Wanita Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Wanita is an Indigenous American name meaning 'first-born'. It has evolved from historical forms like Wanitah and Waneeta. The name carries cultural significance and reflects traits of leadership and heritage. It does not have biblical relevance but has gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among communities celebrating Indigenous identity.
The name Wanita is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Wanita has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Wanita' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1282nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1183rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1912th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3337th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8464th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16068th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16629th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Wanita' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Wanita"
Pronunciation
/wəˈniːtə/
Origin
Indigenous American
Etymology
The name Wanita is derived from the Native American language, often associated with the meaning 'first-born' or 'the one who is the first'. It reflects cultural significance in various Native American tribes.
Meaning
first-born
Language Evolution
Wanitah, Waneeta, Wanita
Historical Usage
The name Wanita has seen usage among Indigenous peoples in America, gaining wider recognition in the 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Wanita, Wani, Wanny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Wanita is perceived as a unique and culturally rich name, often appreciated for its connection to Indigenous heritage.
Famous People
Wanita K. McGowan, a notable Native American artist, Wanita M. Hinton, an influential community leader
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Wanita"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Wanita"
"Wanita" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1282nd of 9107 | 642 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1183rd of 9204 | 727 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1912th of 12526 | 603 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3337th of 19264 | 319 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8464th of 27321 | 127 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16068th of 35406 | 67 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 16629th of 30306 | 43 |
Regional Popularity of "Wanita" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Wanita" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
48.45% 686th/1416 |
94.27% 1300th/1379 |
73.50% 1739th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
51.94% 803rd/1546 |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
80.20% 1887th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
74.54% 1660th/2227 |
81.69% 1985th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Wanita"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Wanita" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.