Can Native American baby names be used for non-Native American children?

Yes, Native American baby names can also be used for non-Native American children, provided the names are well-researched by the parents and the names are considered socially acceptable. Some Native American names that is chosen by non-Natives include Cherokee, Dakota, and Nayla.

What are some Native American baby names inspired by spiritual beliefs?

Some of the Native American names with spiritual beliefs are Alo, meaning ‘one who is a spiritual guide,’ Angeni, meaning ‘an angel,’ Jonas, which means ‘dove’ as a symbol of peace, and Pillan, which means ‘god of stormy weather.’

Which Native American name means star?

Some Native American names that mean stars include Galaxy, meaning ‘large system of stars’ and Wabanang, meaning ‘eastern morning star.’ Also, Namid, Citali, and Totole mean ‘star.’

Which Native American names mean peace?

Some of the Native American names that mean peace include Jalen, meaning ‘tranquil,’ Frederick, meaning ‘peaceful ruler,’ Serenity, which means ‘peaceful disposition,’ and Aquene, meaning ‘peace.’

Which Native American name means heaven?

Some of the American names that mean heaven include Avari, meaning ‘from the sky,’ Moraika, meaning ‘heavenly messenger,’ Sahalie, meaning ‘heaven,’ and Arcelio, which means ‘altar of heaven.’

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21 Native American Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With N

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Nina	Girl	Fire; Fish; Ancient city of Nineveh; Little girl; God is gracious; Strong
Nakai	Unisex	Quieted; Pacified; The seas; Middle pit or well; Wanderer
Nizhoni	Girl	Beautiful girl
Nayra	Unisex	Eye; Early; Black; Dark; To guide; Bright; Radiant
Noya	Girl	Beauty; Sand
Nakoma	Unisex	I do as I promise
Neena	Girl	Little girl; Mighty; Strong
Nakota	Unisex	Friend; Ally; Mountain
Nevaeha	Girl	Gift from God
Nakoda	Unisex	Indigenous tribe in USA; Friend; Ally

Ninah	Unisex	Ornamented; Nice; Little girl; Fire
Nita	Girl	Bear; Favor; Grace
Nokomis	Girl	My grandmother
Nayela	Girl	I love you
Namid	Unisex	A bright dancer; One who dances well
Nanook	Boy	Polar bear
Nascha	Girl	An owl
Neka	Boy	Noble; Virtuous; Unique; Wild Goose
Niabi	Girl	Fawn
Noy	Boy	Beauty

Nyack	Boy	Fishing place

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