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Kwahu

Boy name · Native American

Meaningeagle · Hopi

Kwahu is a Native American boy name meaning “eagle”, with Hopi 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.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Kwahu would score 15 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
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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 Kwahu

Kwahu is a boy name of Native American origin meaning “eagle”. 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 Kwahu at school.

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Questions about the name Kwahu

What does the name Kwahu mean?

Kwahu means “eagle” and comes from Hopi. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Adler (“eagle”), Arnold (“eagle power”), Arnulfo (“eagle wolf”) and Arnoldo (“eagle power”).

What is the origin of the name Kwahu?

Kwahu is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Hopi. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Dakota (“friend, ally”), Mikah (“who is like God”) and Shayan (“worthy”).

Is Kwahu a boy or girl name?

Kwahu is a boy name.

What names are similar to Kwahu?

If you like Kwahu, you might also like Adler, Arnold, Arnulfo and Arnoldo.

What should I know before naming my baby Kwahu?

Kwahu is a Native American boy name meaning “eagle”, with Hopi 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. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.