This is the kind of strong one-syllable boy's name many parents are seeking these days. The more musical Chord was introduced by hot young actor Chord Overstreet.

The Choctaw name for their own tribe, occasionally bestowed as a given name.

A masculine name from the Choctaw tribe of Mississippi and Oklahoma.

The a ending gives it a feminine feel.

Traditional Cherokee choice that would make a one-of-a-kind baby name today.

Waya pays homage to the wolf — one of the most respected creatures in Native American culture.

Originally a personal name meaning "quarreler" or "wrangler," Ditiyahihi was adopted as the Cherokee title for a lawyer.

Diwali is best known as the Hindu festival of lights, but as a baby name, it has Cherokee origins.

Atohi is related to the name Adahy, both of which are derived from the Cherokee word adohi, meaning "woods."

The given name of Conocotocko II, or Standing Turkey, a Cherokee chief in the 18th century. He advised the tribe to go to war against the then-colonies of South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia.

Along with traditional Cherokee names, the Cherokee translated many names with European origins using their syllabary. Magi is the Cherokee interpretation of Michael.

Name bestowed on Choctaw men after a hunting achievement.

In Cherokee, the TS sounds like a J, which could lead to pronunciation confusion. Despite this, Tsiyi could be one to add to your list if you have Cherokee heritage.

Cherokee option for a spring-born child.

Perhaps the antidote to Calvin, meaning "bald."

A spelling variation of Weston most associated with the Westin hotel chain. To avoid looking like an advertisement, we think it’s best to stick with the more traditional spelling.

A compelling Cherokee word name.

In Cherokee culture, witches are medicine men who use their power for evil. Tskilekwa derives from the Cherokee word for "witch," tsgili.

The given name of Hanging Maw, the leading chief of the Overhill Cherokee during the late 18th century.