Names That Mean Sparrow
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- Sequoia
Origin:
Native American, CherokeeMeaning:
"sparrow"Description:
This name of a giant tree, itself named for a nineteenth-century Cherokee who invented a way to write his tribe's language, makes a strong, stately statement.
- Galvin
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"a sparrow"Description:
More common as a surname, Galvin is a possible alternative to Gavin and Calvin.
- Sequoyah
Origin:
Native American, CherokeeMeaning:
"sparrow"Description:
A strong, meaningful name, associated with a famous Cherokee linguistic scholar; also suggests the magnificent California sequoia redwood trees.
- Piaf
Origin:
French surnameMeaning:
"sparrow"Description:
Possible musical tribute name to the waiflike, husky-voiced midcentury French singer who was given this last name because of her birdlike quality.
- Sequoyah
Origin:
Native American, CherokeeMeaning:
"sparrow"Description:
A strong name equally appropriate for girls and boys. For more, see Sequoia, which is the more feminine-feeling spelling.
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