Meaning, origin, history
Wynema is a unique and distinctive given name of Welsh origin. It is derived from the Welsh masculine name "Owain," which means "youth" or "lamb." The name Wynema is believed to have been coined by the American writer Edna Ferber, who used it as the main character's name in her novel "Giant" published in 1952. While not traditionally found on Welsh naming lists, Wynema has gained popularity due to its appearance in this renowned novel and the subsequent movie adaptation released in 1956 starring Elizabeth Taylor and Rock Hudson.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Wynema since 1880
Total births
736
Total since 1880
Peak year
1934
33 births
in 1977
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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