Seneca
SEH-neh-kah
Popularity
#5258
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
Native American
Total Births
3,473
Peak Year
#219 in 1977
First Recorded
1956
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Seneca is derived from a Native American Iroquoian word, the meaning of which is debated, though theories include 'place of stone' and tribal names.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Seneca the Younger
Roman Stoic philosopher, statesman, and dramatist
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