Takoma
tah-KOH-mah
Takoma is a boy’s name of Native American origin, meaning “Possibly derived from the city name Tacoma, Washington, a Native American name referring to Mount Rainier.”, and peaked in popularity in 2002.
What Takoma Means
“Possibly derived from the city name Tacoma, Washington, a Native American name referring to Mount Rainier.”
The Story of Takoma
Imagine a mountain's majestic presence reflected in a name, carrying the quiet strength of the land.
Takoma, possibly derived from the Native American name for Mount Rainier, echoes the spirit of the land itself. This name emerged into modern use around the turn of the millennium, linking to a specific, grand geographical landmark.
For your son, Takoma evokes a deep connection to nature's grandeur. You envision him with an adventurous heart, finding peace in the wild, and carrying a spiritual essence as vast as the mountains themselves.
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The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 2002
Total Births
21
First Recorded
2002
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