Winona is not a common name globally, but it has some usage in the U.S., likely due to the influence of famous actress Winona Ryder.

There is a city named Winona in Minnesota, which is located near the original territory of the Dakota Sioux tribe. Winona also carries a natural connotation as it is the name of a rare variety of apple that originated in Minnesota.

Winona Ryder - An American actress who became a leading female star by the 1990s. She's known for her roles in films such as "Beetlejuice," "Edward Scissorhands," and "Little Women," as well as the Netflix series "Stranger Things." Winona LaDuke - An American environmentalist, economist, and writer known for her work on tribal land claims and preservation, as well as sustainable development. She's of Ojibwe descent and a former vice-presidential candidate, running with Ralph Nader in 1996 and 2000.