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.
The name Wynema has been given to a total of 736 babies born in the United States from 1907 to 1977, with varying popularity over time.
Looking at the annual statistics, we can see that the name's popularity fluctuated significantly. The earliest recorded birth for this name was in 1907, with only 5 newborns being given the name Wynema. However, by 1923, its popularity had risen sharply, with 25 births recorded that year.
The years from 1923 to 1934 saw a relatively consistent number of babies named Wynema, ranging from a low of 16 births in 1929 to a high of 33 births in 1934. This period seems to have been the peak of popularity for this name.
After 1934, there was a gradual decline in the number of babies named Wynema. By the late 1950s and early 1960s, fewer than 10 babies per year were given this name. This trend continued through the rest of the data available, with only 7 births recorded in 1971, 8 in 1972 and 1973, and just 5 in 1977.
These statistics show that while Wynema was once a popular choice for parents, its popularity has waned over time. Despite this decline, the name still carries a certain historic significance, having been given to nearly three quarters of a thousand babies across an 70-year span.