Kiona — Meaning "brown hills," this name is made famous by Mary Kiona of the Tai’t na-pam tribe (also known as the Upper Cowlitz). She was a renowned basketmaker, according to the White Pass Country ...

Sat, February 28, 2026 at 11:40 PM UTC Agali — This name comes from the Cherokee word for "sunshine." Sitanka — This Sioux term means "big foot" and represents bravery and leadership. Peta — With ...

There are many hundreds of distinct indigenous nations and tribes throughout the Americas, each with their own unique languages, dialects and naming conventions. Though there's a vast array of ...