Discover and Shortlist Your Perfect Baby Names!
Lakota names reflect the traditions and spiritual beliefs of the Lakota Sioux people, often tied to nature, values, and ancestral roles. Names like Tatanka (buffalo) and Wakan (sacred) carry meanings of cultural pride and harmony with the environment. These names preserve the heritage of the Lakota people.
| Name | Meaning | Origins | Gender | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| dakotah | Algonquian, Dakota, Lakota, Native American, Sioux | |||
| Howahkan | Howahkan means "mysterious voice," reflecting spiritual Lakota Sioux heritage. | Lakota | Unisex | |
| Kangi | Kangi means "raven," symbolizing intelligence and wisdom in Lakota culture. | Lakota | Unisex | |
| Lakotah | Lakotah: Unisex name meaning "allies," reflecting Lakota cultural unity. | Lakota | Unisex | |
| Mahka | Mahka: Unique name meaning "earth" in Lakota, associated with femininity. | Lakota | Girl | |
| Matoskah | Matoskah means "white bear," symbolizing strength and resilience in Lakota culture. | Lakota | Unisex | |
| Ohanzee | Ohanzee means "shadow" in Lakota, symbolizing mystery and heritage. | Lakota | Boy | |
| Otaktay | Otaktay means "to make camp," significant in Lakota culture. | Lakota | Unisex | |
| T’akoda | T'akoda means "friend to everyone," is unique, and culturally rich. | Lakota | Boy | |
| Tasunka | Tasunka means "horse" in Lakota, symbolizing strength and heritage. | Lakota | Boy | |
| Tasunke Witko | Tasunke Witko means "Crazy Horse," reflecting Lakota cultural heritage. | Lakota | Boy | |
| Wicahpi | Wicahpi means "star" in Lakota, symbolizing hope and guidance. | Lakota | Unisex | |
| Wicapi Wakan | Wicapi Wakan means "holy star" in Lakota culture, symbolizing reverence. | Lakota | Unisex | |
| Wicasah | Wicasah means "white buffalo," symbolizing purity and spiritual significance. | Lakota | Unisex | |
| Zitkalah | Zitkalah means "bird," holds cultural significance in Lakota tradition. | Lakota | Girl | |
| Zitkalasa | Zitkalasa means "bird woman," symbolizing freedom and Lakota resilience. | Lakota | Girl |
