Names with Lakota Origins

This page serves as a guide to the beautiful and meaningful names that have been passed down through generations of the Lakota people. Below, you will find a comprehensive list of names, each with its unique significance and connection to the Lakota culture.

Meaning of Lakota Names

Lakota names are a testament to the vibrant language and deep spiritual beliefs of the Lakota people, descendants of the Great Sioux Nation.

When choosing a Lakota name, embrace the captivating meanings that embody the spirit of this ancient culture.

Top 10 Lakota Names

Top 10 Most Popular Lakota Names in 2024
Based on name popularity data
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  1. Tayton: Adaptable name meaning "tailor," "place of pigs," or "your friend."

  2. Kodah: Native American for "friend" or "companion," symbolizing nature's beauty and interconnectedness.

  3. Kanen: Bright, handsome, sun, warrior, brave

  4. Dacoda: Friend to all (Native American Lakota)

  5. Sundance: Sacred sun dance, spiritual ceremony

  6. Friend of all, ally, Native American

  7. Alakay: beautiful chaos (Native American)

  8. Observant, attentive, good listener and advisor.

  1. Cheyenne: "People of the Red Speech" (Lakota Sioux origin)

  2. Tamia: Perfect, gentle breeze, brave

  3. Lakeshia: "the one who laughs" (Lakota origin)

  4. Waneta: "fair" (Native American, Lakota)

  5. Shawanna: Native American origin, meaning "little mockingbird" (Lakota Sioux)

  6. Rainbow traveler (Lakota origin)

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