Wendy
The meaning of Wendy is ‘friend’. It is a name typically given to girls and is of English origin. It is believed to have come from ‘Fwendy’ which means ‘friend.’ It was popularized by the popular children’s novel named ‘Peter And Wendy.’ The name is also considered a short form of the Welsh name Gwendolen, where ‘gwen’ means ‘white’ or ‘fair’ and ‘dolen’ means ‘ring.’ The name ‘Wendy’ was borne by Wendy Margaret Hiller, an English actress known for her role as Pat Cooper on the film ‘Separate Tables.’ Another notable bearer of the name is Wendy Joan Williams who is the creator of the long-running show named ‘The Wendy Williams Show.’ Wendy is also the name of a South Korean singer from the popular Korean girl group, Red Velvet.
Gender
Girl
Meaning
friend or white
Origin
English, Celtic, Welsh
Numerology
W is for wise, more tomorrow that today.
E is for elate, you make others happy.
N is for name, a pleasant one indeed.
D is for desire, your thoughts do aspire.
Y is for yearn, your innermost desires.
Lucky
Wendy lucky number is 8.
8 is all about abundance. Within numerology, this number is linked to material wealth and financial success. Ambitious and goal-oriented, 8 can effortlessly assume leadership positions through its natural magnetism. 8 applies big-picture thinking to broaden its scope, racing up the top of any ladder to reach extraordinary heights.
Famous People Named Wendy
- Wendy Turnbull Australian tennis player
- Wendy Mass American novelist
- Wendy Davis American actress
- Wendy Jean (Russell) Davis American politician
- Wendy Richard English actress
Wendy in Pop Culture
- Wendy Testaburger character in "South Park"
- Wendy Beauchamp character in “Witches of East End” Lifetime TV Series
- Wendy Williams character in "South Park"
- Wendy Moira Angela Darling character in J.M. Barrie's "Peter Pan"
- Winifred "Wendy" Torrance character in "The Shining" by Stephen King
