Names That Mean Native

In Choctaw culture, new names were given after major life events. This would have been bestowed on a man following a hunting achievement.

A pretty and wearable option with traditional Choctaw roots.

A feminine name in Choctaw culture.

Derived from the Choctaw elements tok, meaning "has" and abi, "killer."

One of the many Inuit words for snow.

Male name in Choctaw culture.

This stunning name feels like a rare and distinct successor to the popular Eleanor, Eloise, and similar names. It also shares elements with the fast-rising Luna.

Masculine name from the Choctaw tribe of Mississippi and Oklahoma.

A rare name from Choctaw culture that is no longer in use.

Tahoma was the original name of Mount Ranier, used by the Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest.

A traditional female name in the Choctaw tradition.

In Choctaw culture, along with that of certain other Native American tribes, names were not solidified at birth. New names were given after major life achievements. In this case, after a hunt.

Lozen is the name of a female Apache warrior and medicine woman who fought with Geronimo in the 19th century. The sister of the warrior called Victorio, Lozen was the name chosen by soccer star Hope Solo and football player Jerramy Stevens for their daughter, Lozen Orianna Judith, twin of Vittorio Genghis.

The first Tupac was the 15th century Incan ruler whose name was an extension of the Quechua Topa or Tupa. The second was the 20th century musician who put the gansta in rapper. Will your baby boy be the third? Such a singular name is undoubtedly a heavy mantle. When asked what his name meant, Tupac Shakur said, "I just say it means determined because I’m determined to never ever negotiate again."

Name used for girls in the Choctaw tribe of Mississippi and Oklahoma.

Thunderous name with Native American origins.

The Navajo word for "brother" bears resemblance to the biblical place name Shiloh. If you have Navajo heritage, this is one to consider.

A rare and lovely Nahuatl name, which literally means "quetzal feather" – a quetzal is a beautiful green bird native to Mexico, Guatemala and South America. The word is figuratively used to refer to something precious or beautiful, making this a lovely option for a wished-for baby girl.

Traditional Choctaw name, but close to the word "silly." The similar name Sillin sidesteps this.