Tekakwitha
Meaningshe bumps into things · Mohawk
Tekakwitha is a Native American girl name meaning “she bumps into things”, with Mohawk 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, Tekakwitha would score 24 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5). 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 Tekakwitha
Tekakwitha is a girl name of Native American origin meaning “she bumps into things”. With 4 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 Tekakwitha at school.
Origin:Native American names
More Native American girl names
- Girl name: Savannah · treeless plain
- Unisex name: Dakota · friend, ally
- Girl name: Winona · firstborn daughter
- Girl name: Nayla · achiever, winner
- Girl name: Savanna · treeless grassland
- Girl name: Kaydence · rhythm
- Unisex name: Mika · often beautiful fragrance
- Unisex name: Sora · sky
Questions about the name Tekakwitha
What does the name Tekakwitha mean?
Tekakwitha means “she bumps into things” and comes from Mohawk. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Daon (“possibly all good things come”).
What is the origin of the name Tekakwitha?
Tekakwitha is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Mohawk. Other Native American names to consider are Savannah (“treeless plain”), Dakota (“friend, ally”), Winona (“firstborn daughter”) and Nayla (“achiever, winner”).
Is Tekakwitha a boy or girl name?
Tekakwitha is a girl name.
What names are similar to Tekakwitha?
If you like Tekakwitha, you might also like Daon.
What should I know before naming my baby Tekakwitha?
Tekakwitha is a Native American girl name meaning “she bumps into things”, with Mohawk 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.