Dakotah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Dakotah is a name of Native American origin, meaning 'allies' or 'friends'. It evolved from the Dakota Sioux language and has historical forms such as Dakota and Dakhota. The name has gained popularity in recent decades as interest in Native American culture has increased. It does not have a biblical background and is viewed positively in modern contexts. Notable individuals with this name include Dakotah Norton and Dakotah Smith.

The name Dakotah is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dakotah has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dakotah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8639th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1172nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1521st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3578th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3160th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2523rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2954th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dakotah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dakotah"

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Pronunciation

/dəˈkoʊtə/

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Origin

Native American

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Etymology

The name Dakotah is derived from the Dakota Sioux tribe, which is part of the larger Sioux Nation. The name itself means 'allies' or 'friends' in the Dakota language.

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Meaning

allies, friends

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Language Evolution

Dakota, Dakhota, Dakotah

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Historical Usage

The name Dakotah gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a reflection of a growing interest in Native American culture and heritage.

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Variants & Derivatives

Dakota, Dakotah, Dakhota

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Dakotah is perceived as a unique and culturally significant name, often associated with strength and connection to Native American heritage.

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Famous People

Dakotah Norton - American professional wrestler, Dakotah Smith - American entrepreneur

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dakotah"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Dakotah"

"Dakotah" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 8639th of 10718 13
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1172nd of 16616 1,261
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1521st of 24088 1,476
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 3578th of 23106 373
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 3160th of 27321 522
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 2523rd of 35406 1,076
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 2954th of 30306 680

Regional Popularity of "Dakotah" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
21.06%
776th/3685
45.21%
2023rd/4475
25.14%
1306th/5194
25.39%
1604th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
24.60%
1127th/4582
41.17%
2126th/5164
27.75%
2029th/7313
26.71%
1993rd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
79.99%
3187th/3984
- 55.69%
3799th/6822
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Regional Popularity of "Dakotah" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
62.58%
2306th/3685
100.00%
4475th/4475
68.81%
3574th/5194
67.37%
4256th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
45.64%
2091st/4582
64.41%
3326th/5164
47.23%
3454th/7313
50.07%
3737th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
56.43%
2248th/3984
84.85%
3807th/4487
45.63%
3113th/6822
74.49%
4675th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Dakotah"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Dakotah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.