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Nuya

Gender-neutral name · Native American

Meaningstone · Cherokee

Nuya is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “stone”, with Cherokee 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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  • AnagramShuffle the letters of Nuya and you get Yuna. Same letters, different name.
Mother holding a smiling baby
hello, little Nuya

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 Nuya

Nuya is a gender-neutral name of Native American origin meaning “stone”. 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 Nuya 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 Nuya

What does the name Nuya mean?

Nuya means “stone” and comes from Cherokee. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Winston (“joy stone”), Pedro (“stone”), Pierce (“stone”) and Dustin (“Thor's stone”).

What is the origin of the name Nuya?

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

Is Nuya a boy or girl name?

Both. Nuya 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 Nuya?

If you like Nuya, you might also like Winston, Pedro, Pierce and Dustin.

What should I know before naming my baby Nuya?

Nuya is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “stone”, with Cherokee 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.