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Hozho

Gender-neutral name · Native American

Meaningbeauty, harmony · Navajo

Hozho is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “beauty, harmony”, with Navajo 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 soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Hozho would score 20 points, thanks largely to the Z (worth 10). A high-scoring name!
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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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About the name Hozho

Hozho is a gender-neutral name of Native American origin meaning “beauty, harmony”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Hozho 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 Hozho

What does the name Hozho mean?

Hozho means “beauty, harmony” and comes from Navajo. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Harmony (“harmony”), Harmoni (“harmony”), Harmonie (“harmony”) and Harmonee (“harmony”).

What is the origin of the name Hozho?

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

Is Hozho a boy or girl name?

Both. Hozho 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 Hozho?

If you like Hozho, you might also like Harmony, Harmoni, Harmonie and Harmonee.

What should I know before naming my baby Hozho?

Hozho is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “beauty, harmony”, with Navajo 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 soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. 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.