Dakoda
Dakoda is a boy's name of Indigenous American origin.
Meaning
Ally, friend, or considered friendly.
Origin and history
Dakoda is a modern spelling variant of Dakota, derived from the Siouan language word meaning 'ally' or 'friend'. It is a recognized regional and cultural name in the United States, often chosen as a contemporary nature or place-inspired name. While historically less common than the traditional spelling, Dakoda maintains steady usage for American boys.
Popularity in the United States
3,356 babies in the United States have been named Dakoda since 1880. It ranks #2216 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1479.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.2 %)
- CA (10.2 %)
- MI (7.9 %)
- PA (7.4 %)
- MO (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 65 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,102 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,124 |
| 2010-2019 | 613 |
| 2020-2029 | 452 |
Nicknames
Koda, Dak
Fun facts
- Dakoda is an alternative spelling of Dakota, replacing the final 't' with a 'd' to reflect its phonetic sound.
- The root word comes from the Dakota people, a Native American tribe and First Nation in North America.