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The name Wendy is of English origin and was first coined by J.M. Barrie in his classic children's book "Peter Pan" (1904). In the book, Wendy is the name of the young girl who befriends Peter Pan and goes on adventures with him.The origin of the name Wendy is not entirely clear, but it is believed to be a variation of the Welsh name Gwendolyn or the Germanic name Wendel, both of which mean "blessed ring" or "white ring". It may also have roots in the Old Norse name Vendel, meaning "to wander" or "to take off on an adventure".The name Wendy gained popularity in the 20th century as a given name for girls. It was particularly popular in the 1950s and 1960s, but has since declined in popularity. Wendy is also used as a surname.

The name Wendy is most popular in English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. It is not as popular in other regions of the world.

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