Pocahontas
p(o)-cahon-tas,
poca-hontas
US Popularity:27487
Origin:Native American
Meaning:Playful one
If you grew up on Disney, you probably know a thing or two about this gorgeous girl’s name. Pocahontas is a name of Native American origin, once borne by the darling daughter of Wahunsenaca, historically known as the leader of the Powhatan people. As history has it, Pocahontas was born originally as Amonute but later nicknamed Pocahontas, meaning “playful one,” in honor of her free and feisty personality. Inspire that very same zest for life in your little one with lovely, light-hearted Pocahontas.
Pocahontas Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Pocahontas is currently #27487 in U.S. births
Girl:Pocahontas is currently #12902 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#27487
in 2022
- 327
from 2021
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