Kitsap
MeaningSuquamish chief's name · Lushootseed
Kitsap is a Native American boy name meaning “Suquamish chief's name”, with Lushootseed 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 crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Word funKitsap doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Kitsap would score 12 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
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 Kitsap
Kitsap is a boy name of Native American origin meaning “Suquamish chief's name”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Kitsap 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 Kitsap
What does the name Kitsap mean?
Kitsap means “Suquamish chief's name” and comes from Lushootseed.
What is the origin of the name Kitsap?
Kitsap is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Lushootseed. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Dakota (“friend, ally”), Mikah (“who is like God”) and Shayan (“worthy”).
Is Kitsap a boy or girl name?
Kitsap is a boy name.
What should I know before naming my baby Kitsap?
Kitsap is a Native American boy name meaning “Suquamish chief's name”, with Lushootseed 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 crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.