Origin:Native American
Meaning:blue earth
Mankato, like so many Native American names, is an homage to this wide world around us. It comes from the word Mahkahta and means "blue earth." This word originates from the Dakota Native Americans and is specific to the muddy clay soil found on the river there. Wherever baby is from, this name can be a celebration of their heritage everyday, from anywhere.
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