Ookpik
Gender-neutral name · Native American
Meaningsnowy owl · Inuktitut
Ookpik is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “snowy owl”, with Inuktitut 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. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Ookpik would score 16 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 Ookpik
Ookpik is a gender-neutral name of Native American origin meaning “snowy owl”. 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 Ookpik 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
More Native American names
- Unisex name: Kai · sea
- Girl name: Savannah · treeless plain
- Unisex name: Dakota · friend, ally
- Girl name: Winona · firstborn daughter
- Girl name: Nayla · achiever, winner
- Girl name: Savanna · treeless grassland
- Girl name: Kaydence · rhythm
- Boy name: Mikah · who is like God
Questions about the name Ookpik
What does the name Ookpik mean?
Ookpik means “snowy owl” and comes from Inuktitut. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Tahoma (“possibly snowy peak”), Yukino (“often snowy field”) and Yukito (“often snowy person”).
What is the origin of the name Ookpik?
Ookpik is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Inuktitut. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Savannah (“treeless plain”), Dakota (“friend, ally”) and Winona (“firstborn daughter”).
Is Ookpik a boy or girl name?
Both. Ookpik 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 Ookpik?
If you like Ookpik, you might also like Tahoma, Yukino and Yukito.
What should I know before naming my baby Ookpik?
Ookpik is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “snowy owl”, with Inuktitut 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. 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.