Deganawida
Meaningtwo rivers flowing together · Mohawk
Deganawida is a Native American boy name meaning “two rivers flowing together”, with Mohawk 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.
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- Hidden namesLook closely: Deganawida has the name Ana hiding inside it.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Deganawida would score 16 points, thanks largely to the W (worth 4).
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 Deganawida
Deganawida is a boy name of Native American origin meaning “two rivers flowing together”. With 5 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 Deganawida at school.
Origin:Native American names
More Native American boy names
- Unisex name: Kai · sea
- Unisex name: Dakota · friend, ally
- Boy name: Mikah · who is like God
- Boy name: Shayan · worthy
- Unisex name: Sora · sky
- Unisex name: Takoda · friend to everyone
- Unisex name: Mika · often beautiful fragrance
- Unisex name: Lakota · allies, friends
Questions about the name Deganawida
What does the name Deganawida mean?
Deganawida means “two rivers flowing together” and comes from Mohawk. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Thayendanegea (“two sticks bound together”).
What is the origin of the name Deganawida?
Deganawida is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Mohawk. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Dakota (“friend, ally”), Mikah (“who is like God”) and Shayan (“worthy”).
Is Deganawida a boy or girl name?
Deganawida is a boy name.
What names are similar to Deganawida?
If you like Deganawida, you might also like Thayendanegea.
What should I know before naming my baby Deganawida?
Deganawida is a Native American boy name meaning “two rivers flowing together”, with Mohawk 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. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.