Allies or friends
Lakota is the endonym used by one of the three major subcultures of the Sioux people. The name translates to 'allies' or 'friends' in the Lakota language, reflecting a sense of community and unity. It is used as a given name in the United States to honor Native American heritage or for its pleasant, rhythmic sound.
Less common today
Lakota isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,533 in 1997.
A character in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode 'Paradise Lost' · Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
