Ukiah
yoo-KY-uh
Ukiah is a boy’s name of Native American origin, meaning “Ukiah is a Native American name, originating from the Pomo tribe of Northern California. It means 'deep valley'.”. It currently ranks #10791 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2003.
What Ukiah Means
“Ukiah is a Native American name, originating from the Pomo tribe of Northern California. It means 'deep valley'.”
The Story of Ukiah
Imagine a place so vast, a valley so deep, it holds echoes of ancient whispers just for your son.
Ukiah carries the resonance of the Pomo tribe of Northern California, a name that speaks of the earth itself. It was first recorded in 2001, a name waiting to be rediscovered. This appellation is intrinsically tied to the landscape, a whisper from the indigenous peoples of that land.
For your son, Ukiah suggests a deep well of inner strength and a profound connection to the natural world. You envision him exploring hidden trails and finding his own quiet spaces, carrying a resilience as enduring as the valleys that inspired his name.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#14 in 2003
Total Births
124
First Recorded
2001
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