Origin of the name Dakota:
Derived from the Siouan word dakóta (allies, to be thought of as friends). The name is borrowed from the name given to the tribes of northern Plains Indians, also known as Sioux and Lakota.
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This is a perpetually youthful name, which is fine when you're under 10... but over that you need a more substantial name to fall back on - like David, Daniel or Donald.
According to the AKC, Dakota is the 16th most common name for male DOGS registered in 2007.
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Koty, Dak, Cody, Code, Kota
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Child actress Dakota Fanning (girl)
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The Dakota, is a Historical Landmark in New York City. It's best known for it's many celebrity residents and for being the location of John Lennon's assassination.
"Dakota" is a song by the Welsh band Stereophonics.
The Dakota is a mid-size pickup truck from Dodge.
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Global Popularity of the Name Dakota
- #226 in United States
- #310 in Canada (British Columbia)
- #369 in Canada (Alberta)
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