Nokomis Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnoh-KOH-mis / nəˈkoʊ.mɪsNative American; Ojibwe
Meaning
Grandmother Moon
Historical & Cultural Background
Nokomis is derived from the Ojibwe language, where it means 'grandmother.' In Native American culture, the moon is often associated with femininity and nurturing. The name is sometimes used in literature and storytelling to represent wisdom and guidance. Nokomis is also featured in various Native American myths and stories.
Trend Summary
The name Nokomis is rare in the United States and has not shown significant popularity trends.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nokomis was first seen in the United States in 1916. Nokomis has ranked as high as #1288 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Nokomis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |