Native Boy Names: A Guide to Meaningful and Unique Indigenous Names

Looking for a unique and meaningful name for your baby boy? Consider exploring the rich tapestry of Native American cultures, where names often hold deep significance and connection to nature, spirits, and ancestral wisdom. This list of native boy names offers a glimpse into the diverse languages and traditions of Indigenous peoples across North America, each name carrying a story waiting to be discovered.
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Aadi | First, beginning, sunrise |
| Ahote | The one who is strong |
| Ahtone | One who is brave |
| Ahtahkakoop | He who watches over the people |
| Aki | Earth, land |
| Alaric | Noble ruler |
| Anishinaabe | The original people |
| Atan | The sky |
| Chayton | Warrior |
| Cheyanne | People of the south wind |
| Chipewyan | People of the reeds |
| Cochise | The one who watches over |
| Dakota | Friend |
| D'Arcy | Dark, bold |
| Eagle | Strong, powerful, freedom |
| Ekon | He who is wise |
| Eshte | He who is kind |
| Ethan | Strong |
| Fox | Clever, cunning, stealthy |
| Gabriel | God is my strength |
| Haakon | High king |
| Hawk | Sharp, keen, observant |
| Hiawatha | He who makes a noise |
| Iah | The one who is strong |
| Iakwa | He who is gentle |
| Itoma | He who is good |
| Jackson | Son of Jack |
| Jayden | Thankful |
| Kiowa | People of the plains |
| Koda | Friend, companion |
| Lakota | Friend, ally |
| Maiz | Corn, life |
| Mato | Bear |
| Micah | Who is like God |
| Nah-kee | He who is fast |
| Nakoma | Friend |
| Osceola | Big Warrior |
| Otoe | People of the fire |
| Pawnee | People of the south wind |
| Rain | Refreshing, life-giving |
| Saguaro | Giant cactus |
| Sky | Vast, boundless, freedom |
| Tenoch | Stone, rock |
| Tonto | Foolish, simple |
| Wahpeton | The place where the water flows |
| Winona | First born daughter |
| Wovoka | The one who dances |