Nyota
nee-OH-tah
Popularity
#7838
Letters
5
Syllables
3
Origin
African
Total Births
97
Peak Year
#14 in 2024
First Recorded
1975
Style
Nature-Inspired, Earthy & Bohemian
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A Swahili name meaning 'star'. It evokes celestial beauty and guidance. This name is prominent in various African cultures.
Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Nyota Uhura
Communications officer in the original Star Trek series.
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