US Popularity Rank: 10378

Origin: Native American

Meaning: Sparrow; Hog

Whether they explore the world through the written word or nature, your baby Sequoya is bound to soar. As a gender-neutral name, Sequoya has Native American origins, specifically through the Cherokee Nation. With meanings of “sparrow” and “hog” in the Cherokee language, your little Sequoya might be a wildlife explorer in the making! Sequoyah was also the name of the individual who created the written form of the Cherokee language, making it possible for generations to come to read and write in their own language. While your baby will spell their name slightly differently, the incredible legacy of Sequoyah might inspire their own inquiring mind.