Find out how popular the first name Nacoma has been for the last 6 years (from 1977 to 1982) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Nacoma by gender

Based on the last 6 years of data, Nacoma is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1982, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Nacoma.

The history of the first name Nacoma

The name Nacoma has its origins in the Native American languages of the central and southwestern United States. It is derived from the Comanche word "nahkohmah," which translates to "wanderer" or "traveler." The Comanche people were a nomadic tribe who migrated and roamed across the Great Plains and Rocky Mountain regions.

The earliest recorded use of the name Nacoma dates back to the late 18th century, when it was given to children born within the Comanche tribe. It was a name traditionally bestowed upon those who were adventurous and exploratory in spirit, reflecting the tribe's nomadic way of life.

In the early 19th century, the name Nacoma gained some recognition outside of Native American communities. One notable figure was Nacoma, a Comanche warrior and chief who led his tribe in battles against American settlers and soldiers during the Texas-Indian Wars of the 1830s and 1840s.

Another historical figure with the name Nacoma was a Comanche woman who lived in the late 19th century. She was known for her skills as a skilled horsewoman and her involvement in various tribal ceremonies and traditions. Her name was often recorded in accounts and journals written by early settlers and ethnographers studying Native American cultures.

In the 20th century, the name Nacoma was occasionally given to children of various ethnicities, particularly those with an interest in or connection to Native American heritage and culture. One example is Nacoma Faulkner, an American artist and activist born in 1926, who dedicated her work to promoting awareness and appreciation of Native American art and traditions.

Nacoma Shelton, born in 1940, was a renowned Native American author and educator. She wrote several books and articles on the history and culture of the Comanche people, aiming to preserve and share their stories and traditions with future generations.

While the name Nacoma is not as common today as it once was within Native American communities, it remains a unique and meaningful name with deep roots in the history and culture of the Comanche tribe and the broader Native American experience.

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