Ziigwan
Gender-neutral name · Native American
Meaningspring · Ojibwe
Ziigwan is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “spring”, with Ojibwe 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 crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, 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, Ziigwan would score 20 points, thanks largely to the Z (worth 10). 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 Ziigwan
Ziigwan is a gender-neutral name of Native American origin meaning “spring”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Ziigwan 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
More Native American names
- Unisex name: Kai · sea
- 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
- Boy name: Mikah · who is like God
Questions about the name Ziigwan
What does the name Ziigwan mean?
Ziigwan means “spring” and comes from Ojibwe. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Rockwell (“rock spring”), Tasneem (“spring in paradise”), Weldon (“hill with a spring”) and Tasnim (“spring in paradise”).
What is the origin of the name Ziigwan?
Ziigwan is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Ojibwe. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Savannah (“treeless plain”), Dakota (“friend, ally”) and Winona (“firstborn daughter”).
Is Ziigwan a boy or girl name?
Both. Ziigwan 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 Ziigwan?
If you like Ziigwan, you might also like Rockwell, Tasneem, Weldon and Tasnim.
What should I know before naming my baby Ziigwan?
Ziigwan is a Native American gender-neutral name meaning “spring”, with Ojibwe 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 crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, 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.