Jakoda
Meaning of Jakoda
Jakoda, pronounced juh-KOH-duh (/dʒəˈkoʊdə/), is a masculine given name that has emerged as a creative offshoot of Dakota—itself rooted in the Siouan term for “friend” or “ally,” conceptually akin to the Latin amicus. With its semantic core anchored in camaraderie and communal bonds, Jakoda evokes an aura of solidarity and pioneering ethos characteristic of modern American naming innovation. An analytical review of U.S. Social Security data from 2008 through 2024 reveals its modest yet consistent usage—annual occurrences fluctuate between five and eleven births, corresponding to ranks between 874 and 932—underscoring a niche appeal among parents seeking individuality. Rather than a fleeting fad, Jakoda’s measured persistence in the registry signifies an enduring emblem of distinctive identity, its relative rarity conferring a subtle prestige.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as juh-KOH-duh (/dʒəˈkoʊdə/)
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