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Bineshii

Gender-neutral name · Native American

Meaningbird · Ojibwe

Bineshii is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “bird”, with Ojibwe roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Bineshii would score 13 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Bineshii

Bineshii is a gender-neutral name of Native American origin meaning “bird”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Bineshii at school. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.

Origin:Native American names

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Questions about the name Bineshii

What does the name Bineshii mean?

Bineshii means “bird” and comes from Ojibwe. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Ava (“possibly bird, or life”), Wren (“wren bird”), Birdie (“little bird”) and Ainara (“swallow bird”).

What is the origin of the name Bineshii?

Bineshii is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Ojibwe. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Savannah (“treeless plain”), Dakota (“friend, ally”) and Winona (“firstborn daughter”).

Is Bineshii a boy or girl name?

Both. Bineshii is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.

What names are similar to Bineshii?

If you like Bineshii, you might also like Ava, Wren, Birdie and Ainara.

What should I know before naming my baby Bineshii?

Bineshii is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “bird”, with Ojibwe roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.