Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 03, 2024

Concotocko

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Origin: Cherokee

Meaning: Standing turkey

Some Indigenous cultures see turkeys as symbols of fertility and prosperity. These birds are honored and revered due to the many uses they have historically had. From their feathers and eggs to their bones, every part of the animal has a specific use and is honored appropriately.