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Sihu

Gender-neutral name · Native American

Meaningflower · Hopi

Sihu is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “flower”, with Hopi 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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hello, little Sihu

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 Sihu

Sihu is a gender-neutral name of Native American origin meaning “flower”. 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 Sihu 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 Sihu

What does the name Sihu mean?

Sihu means “flower” and comes from Hopi. Names built around “flower” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Violet (“violet flower”), Lily (“lily flower”), Rose (“rose flower”) and Magnolia (“magnolia flower”).

What is the origin of the name Sihu?

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

Is Sihu a boy or girl name?

Both. Sihu 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 Sihu?

If you like Sihu, you might also like Violet, Lily, Rose and Magnolia.

What should I know before naming my baby Sihu?

Sihu is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “flower”, with Hopi 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.