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Tawodi

Boy name · Native American

Meaninghawk · Cherokee

Tawodi is a Native American boy name meaning “hawk”, with Cherokee 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.

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  • Word funTawodi doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
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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 Tawodi

Tawodi is a boy name of Native American origin meaning “hawk”. 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 Tawodi at school.

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Questions about the name Tawodi

What does the name Tawodi mean?

Tawodi means “hawk” and comes from Cherokee. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Gavin (“possibly white hawk”), Gavyn (“white hawk”), Hawk (“hawk”) and Iolani (“heavenly hawk”).

What is the origin of the name Tawodi?

Tawodi is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Cherokee. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Dakota (“friend, ally”), Mikah (“who is like God”) and Shayan (“worthy”).

Is Tawodi a boy or girl name?

Tawodi is a boy name.

What names are similar to Tawodi?

If you like Tawodi, you might also like Gavin, Gavyn, Hawk and Iolani.

What should I know before naming my baby Tawodi?

Tawodi is a Native American boy name meaning “hawk”, with Cherokee 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.