Passaconaway
Meaningchild of the bear · Pennacook
Passaconaway is a Native American boy name meaning “child of the bear”, with Pennacook 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 a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Passaconaway would score 22 points, thanks largely to the W (worth 4). A high-scoring name!
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 Passaconaway
Passaconaway is a boy name of Native American origin meaning “child of the bear”. With 5 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Passaconaway at school.
Origin:Native American names
More Native American boy names
- Unisex name: Kai · sea
- Unisex name: Dakota · friend, ally
- Boy name: Mikah · who is like God
- Boy name: Shayan · worthy
- Unisex name: Sora · sky
- Unisex name: Takoda · friend to everyone
- Unisex name: Mika · often beautiful fragrance
- Unisex name: Lakota · allies, friends
Questions about the name Passaconaway
What does the name Passaconaway mean?
Passaconaway means “child of the bear” and comes from Pennacook. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Miyoko (“often beautiful generation child”), Mieko (“often beautiful blessed child”), Idowu (“child born after twins”) and Kizza (“child born after twins”).
What is the origin of the name Passaconaway?
Passaconaway is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Pennacook. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Dakota (“friend, ally”), Mikah (“who is like God”) and Shayan (“worthy”).
Is Passaconaway a boy or girl name?
Passaconaway is a boy name.
What names are similar to Passaconaway?
If you like Passaconaway, you might also like Miyoko, Mieko, Idowu and Kizza.
What should I know before naming my baby Passaconaway?
Passaconaway is a Native American boy name meaning “child of the bear”, with Pennacook 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 a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, 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.