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Tuktu

Boy name · Native American

Meaningcaribou · Inuktitut

Tuktu is a Native American boy name meaning “caribou”, 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.

Baby lying on a soft blue blanket
hello, little Tuktu

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 Tuktu

Tuktu is a boy name of Native American origin meaning “caribou”. 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 Tuktu at school.

Origin:Native American names

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Questions about the name Tuktu

What does the name Tuktu mean?

Tuktu means “caribou” and comes from Inuktitut.

What is the origin of the name Tuktu?

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

Is Tuktu a boy or girl name?

Tuktu is a boy name.

What should I know before naming my baby Tuktu?

Tuktu is a Native American boy name meaning “caribou”, 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. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.