One of the most important decisions you can make as a parent is choosing the right name for your little one. A name is not just a label; it is part of one’s identity and a way to express personality.
A beautiful name can make your baby stand out and carry a meaningful legacy. At Chicano Names, we have always loved exploring different cultures to discover names with unique and fascinating meanings. Cherokee is no exception.
Cherokee names are deeply rooted in the natural world, spirituality, and Cherokee culture. Many are inspired by animals, seasons, weather, and spiritual traditions. They are meaningful, rhythmic, and filled with strength. Whether you are honoring Native American roots or simply drawn to the beauty and timelessness of Cherokee names, this list has you covered.
If you’re still confused about what names to choose for your baby, we have gathered 150 Cherokee baby names for both boys and girls, along with their meanings. These names are special, strong, and memorable. So, without further delay, let us begin.
Cherokee Baby Names for Girls
Ahyoka – She brought happiness
Ama – Water
Atsadi – Fish
Ayita – First to dance
Ahyv – River
Ahuli – Drum
Atsila – Fire
Ama-edohi – Water-goer
Anaba – She returned from war
Ahyv-dodi – Rain
Aylen – Joy
Ama-eda – Water spirit
Ahuli-aya – Drum song
Atsila-iyi – Flame
Awena – Morning star
Ayiana – Eternal blossom
Ahuli-hvsgi – Sacred drum
Atsadi-hi – Little fish
Aylenv – Happiness
Anitsalagi – Cherokee woman
Ama-dahi – River path
Ahyoli – She smiles
Atsila-tse – Fire blossom
Awona – Turtle
Ayuka – Flowering oak
Aniyvwiya – Real person (Cherokee identity)
Ama-tsi – Water child
Ahuli-sdi – Drumbeat
Atsadi-eya – Fish maiden
Ayahi – She cries softly
Ayuna – Spring blossom
Anola – Peaceful
Ama-sgi – Water song
Ahuli-nv – Sacred beat
Atsina – Willow
Ayvda – Quiet one
Ahuli-ahi – Drum spirit
Ama-yi – Water path
Anona – Flowering tree
Ahuli-hiya – Drum joy
Atsadi-nv – Fish swimming
Ayvtsi – New moon
Anala – Guardian
Ahuli-tso – Great drum
Atsina-aya – Willow song
Ama-lisi – Water chestnut
Ayona – Eternal one
Awina – Gentle breeze
Ayoli – Little joy
Atsili – Flame child
Ama-tola – Waterfall
Ayaya – Beautiful flower
Ahyeli – She shines
Atsadi-tsi – Fish star
Ama-lv – Water house
Ayvni – Bright moon
Anina – Sweet nature
Ahuli-eya – Song of the drum
Atsila-hvsgi – Sacred fire
Ayv-doda – New spring
Cherokee Baby Names for Boys
Takoda – Friend to all
Waya – Wolf
Yonah – Bear
Ahuli – Drum
Takelma – Warrior
Ahuli-taka – Drum keeper
Yonah-li – Little bear
Takoda-hi – Loyal friend
Ahuli-yi – Drum song
Waya-hi – Wolf spirit
Yonah-doda – Bear father
Atsadi – Fish
Takel – Strong
Waya-nv – Wolf hunter
Yonah-ahi – Bear spirit
Ahuli-hina – Sacred drumbeat
Takoda-nv – Loyal one
Waya-tsi – Wolf child
Yonah-sgi – Bear song
Atsila – Fire
Takel-aya – Brave warrior
Waya-tso – Great wolf
Yonah-hiya – Bear joy
Ahuli-vhi – Drum light
Takoda-tsi – Friend star
Waya-aya – Wolf song
Yonah-tso – Great bear
Atsadi-ahi – Spirit fish
Ahuli-sda – Drum dance
Takel-hi – Brave soul
Waya-doda – Wolf father
Yonah-ahi – Bear spirit
Atsili – Flame
Takoda-yv – True friend
Waya-taya – Wolf protector
Yonah-nv – Bear strength
Ahuli-yona – Drum bear
Takel-hina – Strong light
Waya-li – Little wolf
Yonah-hvsgi – Sacred bear
Atsadi-tsi – Fish star
Takoda-ahi – Friendly spirit
Waya-tsi – Wolf cub
Yonah-v – Bear house
Ahuli-doda – Drum father
Takel-tsi – Brave star
Waya-tse – Wolf blossom
Yonah-lihi – Little bear spirit
Atsili-aya – Flame song
Ahuli-sgi – Drum song
Takoda-hiya – Friend joy
Waya-vhi – Wolf light
Yonah-tsi – Bear child
Atsadi-eya – Fish maiden
Takel-sda – Brave dance
Waya-hiya – Wolf joy
Yonah-sda – Bear dance
Ahuli-taya – Drum protector
Takel-hi – Brave soul
Waya-nv – Wolf hunter
Yonah-vhi – Bear light
Atsila-hi – Fire spirit
Takel-nv – Strong one
Waya-lihi – Little wolf spirit
Yonah-tsa – Bear blossom
Ahuli-vi – Drum sound
Takoda-eya – Friend song
Waya-hi – Wolf breath
Yonah-hiya – Bear joy
Atsadi-nv – Fish swimming
Takel-hvsgi – Sacred strength
Waya-tosa – Wolf guardian
Yonah-tosa – Bear guardian
Ahuli-vhi – Drum light
Takoda-nvhi – True loyal one
Waya-hi – Wolf breath
Yonah-vhi – Bear flame
Atsili-nvhi – Flame spirit
Takel-vhi – Strength light
Waya-nvhi – Wolf flame
Yonah-sda – Bear dancer
Ahuli-aya – Drum song
Takoda-tso – Great friend
Waya-tsohi – Sacred wolf
Yonah-tsi – Bear star
Atsadi-sda – Fish song
Takel-hiya – Brave joy
Waya-eya – Wolf song
Yonah-tsohi – Sacred bear
Ahuli-sda – Drumbeat
Closing Thoughts
Cherokee names are beautiful and timeless. They are closely connected to the natural world and the culture of the Cherokee people. Each one carries a unique meaning, whether it refers to strength, joy, spirit, or nature. We hope you found inspiration in this list of 150 Cherokee names.
At Chicano Names, we are passionate about discovering names from diverse cultures that carry both beauty and meaning. We hope you enjoyed this selection of Cherokee names as much as we enjoyed preparing it for you. Thank you for reading, and best wishes to you and your family.
If you are searching for a name that is both unique and culturally significant, this list offers many possibilities. Whether you prefer the strength of Waya (Wolf) or the gentleness of Ahyoka (She brought happiness), you are sure to find the perfect name here.
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