Satanta
Meaningwhite bear · Kiowa
Satanta is a Native American boy name meaning “white bear”, with Kiowa 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.
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
Similar names
Save adds it to your list. Vote moves it up the top voted names.
Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Satanta
Satanta is a boy name of Native American origin meaning “white bear”. 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 Satanta 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 Satanta
What does the name Satanta mean?
Satanta means “white bear” and comes from Kiowa. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Finn (“fair, white”), Gavin (“possibly white hawk”), Finnegan (“fair, white”) and Whitley (“white clearing”).
What is the origin of the name Satanta?
Satanta is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Kiowa. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Dakota (“friend, ally”), Mikah (“who is like God”) and Shayan (“worthy”).
Is Satanta a boy or girl name?
Satanta is a boy name.
What names are similar to Satanta?
If you like Satanta, you might also like Finn, Gavin, Finnegan and Whitley.
What should I know before naming my baby Satanta?
Satanta is a Native American boy name meaning “white bear”, with Kiowa 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.