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Matoaka

Girl name · Native American

MeaningPocahontas's personal name · Powhatan

Matoaka is a Native American girl name meaning “Pocahontas's personal name”, with Powhatan 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 simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Matoaka would score 13 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 Matoaka

Matoaka is a girl name of Native American origin meaning “Pocahontas's personal name”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Matoaka at school.

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Questions about the name Matoaka

What does the name Matoaka mean?

Matoaka means “Pocahontas's personal name” and comes from Powhatan.

What is the origin of the name Matoaka?

Matoaka is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Powhatan. Other Native American names to consider are Savannah (“treeless plain”), Dakota (“friend, ally”), Winona (“firstborn daughter”) and Nayla (“achiever, winner”).

Is Matoaka a boy or girl name?

Matoaka is a girl name.

What should I know before naming my baby Matoaka?

Matoaka is a Native American girl name meaning “Pocahontas's personal name”, with Powhatan 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 simple to spell and say, 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.