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Updated November 25, 2023 by Jennifer M.

Alaska

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What is the meaning of the name Alaska?

The name Alaska is primarily a female name of Native American - Aleut origin that means Mainland.

From the Aleut language, adapted via Russian. Literally "the object towards which the action of the sea is directed."

People who like the name Alaska also like:

Aria, Charlotte, Violet, Aurora, Alice, Scarlett, Adelaide, Holden, Archer, Liam, Landon, Asher, Oliver, Elijah

Names like Alaska:

Aliza, Alessia, Alec, Alecia, Alejo, Alisha, Alkas, Alize, Alekos, Alaqua, Alexey, Ailis, Alake, Alois, Alezae, Alexia, Alayja, Alissa, Alice, Alexa, Alessa, Aliyus, Alessi, Alusia, Aloysius, Alix, Alka, Alayka, Aelius, Alyce

Stats for the Name Alaska

checkmark Alaska is currently not in the top 100 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts
checkmark Alaska is currently not ranked in U.S. births

Potential drawbacks of using the name Alaska:

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1. Potential mispronunciation or misspelling due to its unique and uncommon nature.
2. Possible confusion or assumptions about the child's background or heritage.
3. Difficulty in finding personalized items with the name, such as keychains or license plates.
4. Potential teasing or bullying from peers due to the association with the state of Alaska.
5. Limited nickname options, as Alaska is already a relatively short name.