Awanda is a female name of English origin. It is a variation of the name Wanda. In American English, Awanda is pronounced as uh-WAHN-duh (/əˈwɑndə/). The name has been given to baby girls in the United States since at least 1915. While it was not among the most popular names during certain years, it gained some popularity in the mid-20th century, with occurrences reaching their peak in 1960 and 1961 when it ranked as the 6th and 5th most popular name respectively. The name Awanda carries no specific associations or meanings but has a distinctive sound that may appeal to those seeking a unique and less common name for their daughter.