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Mukwa

Boy name · Native American

Meaningbear · Ojibwe

Mukwa is a Native American boy name meaning “bear”, with Ojibwe 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, Mukwa would score 14 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
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hello, little Mukwa

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 Mukwa

Mukwa is a boy name of Native American origin meaning “bear”. 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 Mukwa at school.

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Questions about the name Mukwa

What does the name Mukwa mean?

Mukwa means “bear” and comes from Ojibwe. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Arthur (“possibly bear”), Arturo (“possibly bear”), Bjorn (“bear”) and Bear (“bear”).

What is the origin of the name Mukwa?

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

Is Mukwa a boy or girl name?

Mukwa is a boy name.

What names are similar to Mukwa?

If you like Mukwa, you might also like Arthur, Arturo, Bjorn and Bear.

What should I know before naming my baby Mukwa?

Mukwa is a Native American boy name meaning “bear”, with Ojibwe 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.