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Wakpa

Gender-neutral name · Native American

Meaningriver · Lakota

Wakpa is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “river”, with Lakota 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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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Wakpa would score 14 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
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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 Wakpa

Wakpa is a gender-neutral name of Native American origin meaning “river”. 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 Wakpa at school. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.

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Questions about the name Wakpa

What does the name Wakpa mean?

Wakpa means “river” and comes from Lakota. Names built around “river” 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 River (“river”), Sabrina (“River Severn”), Kendall (“Kent River valley”) and Wade (“river ford”).

What is the origin of the name Wakpa?

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

Is Wakpa a boy or girl name?

Both. Wakpa 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 Wakpa?

If you like Wakpa, you might also like River, Sabrina, Kendall and Wade.

What should I know before naming my baby Wakpa?

Wakpa is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “river”, with Lakota 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.