Great Spirit or my friend
The name is most commonly attributed to Native American origins, specifically the Chippewa or Ojibwe languages, where it is often translated as 'Great Spirit'. In other contexts, it has been interpreted to mean 'faithful' or 'my friend'. It gained significant cultural recognition in the 1990s through popular media.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Nakoma in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Best friend of the title character · Pocahontas
