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Siku

Gender-neutral name · Native American

Meaningsea ice · Inuktitut

Siku is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “sea ice”, 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 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.

Mother lifting her baby up in the air
hello, little Siku

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 Siku

Siku is a gender-neutral name of Native American origin meaning “sea ice”. 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 Siku 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 Siku

What does the name Siku mean?

Siku means “sea ice” and comes from Inuktitut. Names built around “sea” 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 Kai (“sea”), Kehlani (“sea and sky”), Rosemary (“dew of the sea”) and Kailani (“sea and sky”).

What is the origin of the name Siku?

Siku 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 Siku a boy or girl name?

Both. Siku 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 Siku?

If you like Siku, you might also like Kai, Kehlani, Rosemary and Kailani.

What should I know before naming my baby Siku?

Siku is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “sea ice”, 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 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.