Wendy

Wendy is a modern English name that was popularized in the early 20th century by the writer J.M. Barrie, who introduced the character of Wendy Darling in his famous play 'Peter Pan' in 1904.

The name is derived from the Germanic name Wendelin, which is a combination of the elements 'wend' meaning 'to wander' and the suffix '-lin' meaning 'little'. Thus, the name Wendelin can be interpreted as 'little wanderer' or 'wanderer'.

Prior to its use in 'Peter Pan', the name Wendy was relatively obscure and rarely used as a given name. However, Barrie's creation of the character Wendy Darling, who was the kind and nurturing mother figure to the Lost Boys in the story, helped to popularize the name and establish it as a feminine name.

Today, Wendy is a widely recognized and well-liked name, often associated with characteristics like friendliness, kindness, and a sense of adventure or exploration.