Orenda

Place-name

Orenda Origin and Meaning

The name Orenda is a girl's name.

Orenda is a feminine name with Native American origins, specifically from the Iroquois language and culture. It represents a mystical force present in all things, similar to the concept of spiritual energy or power. The Iroquois believed orenda was the spiritual power through which human accomplishment and well-being was achieved. As a name, Orenda carries profound spiritual significance, embodying the ideas of personal power, divine energy, and harmony with nature. Though rare in mainstream usage, it has attracted some interest among parents seeking names with spiritual meaning and indigenous cultural connections. Its melodic three-syllable pronunciation and meaningful heritage make it an uncommon but increasingly appreciated choice with deep philosophical undertones.

The name Orenda in Pop Culture

• Native American a supernatural force believed by the Iroquois Indians to be present, in varying degrees, in all objects or persons