Dakotah Unisex

Popularity: #911 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: duh-KOH-tah //dəˈkoʊtə//

Origin: Native American; English

Meaning: Native American: 'allies'; English: 'from the Dakota tribe'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Dakotah is derived from the Dakota Sioux language, where it means "allies" or "friends." The term "Dakota" itself originates from the Sioux tribes, specifically the Eastern Dakota, and is believed to have been used to describe a group of Native American peoples in the northern Great Plains region of the United States. The name entered the English language through various historical interactions between European settlers and Native American tribes, particularly during the 19th century as the United States expanded westward and engaged with indigenous cultures.

Historically, the Dakota people have played a significant role in American history, particularly during the 19th century. The Dakota War of 1862 was a pivotal conflict that arose from tensions between the Dakota people and settlers in Minnesota, leading to significant consequences for the Dakota tribes.

The name Dakotah, while modern in its spelling, reflects a deep cultural heritage and connection to the indigenous peoples of North America. The name's usage in English-speaking contexts has been influenced by the broader recognition of Native American cultures and the desire to honor indigenous identities.

Culturally, the name Dakotah carries connotations of unity and friendship, resonating with the values of community and cooperation that are central to many Native American traditions. The name has also been adapted in various forms, with "Dakota" being a common variant.

This adaptability has allowed the name to maintain its relevance and significance, symbolizing a connection to the rich history of the Dakota people and their enduring legacy in American culture.

Famous people named Dakotah

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Dakotah Norton is a professional wrestler best known for his appearances in various independent wrestling promotions.

Sibling suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Dakotah was first seen in the United States in 1979.

Dakotah has ranked as high as #1311 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Minnesota, and Michigan.

In the past 5 years the name Dakotah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Dakotah is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Dakotah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Dakotah.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 62 27 35
2024 77 21 56
2023 51 16 35
2022 79 19 60
2021 88 23 65
2020 74 23 51
2019 78 28 50
2018 92 37 55
2017 99 45 54
2016 102 44 58
2015 111 38 73
2014 103 42 61
2013 101 38 63
2012 107 42 65
2011 100 42 58
2010 133 45 88
2009 122 64 58
2008 136 66 70
2007 154 71 83
2006 175 100 75
2005 158 94 64
2004 166 100 66
2003 149 81 68
2002 123 82 41
2001 146 93 53
2000 176 123 53
1999 229 147 82
1998 256 173 83
1997 222 153 69
1996 237 171 66
1995 288 204 84
1994 290 207 83
1993 220 159 61
1992 208 143 65
1991 133 92 41
1990 113 72 41
1989 75 57 18
1988 50 37 13
1987 60 43 17
1986 54 36 18
1985 34 25 9
1984 14 8 6
1983 7 7 0
1980 8 8 0
1979 5 5 0

Top States for Dakotah (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
VA 8
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