Origin:Chinese
Meaning:Mother goddess
A feminine name full of promise, Nuwa is of Chinese origin. With a heady definition like "mother goddess," this name is a lot to live up to, but we know baby can. Nuwa is a variant of Nüwa and is quite prevalent in Chinese mythology and folk religion. She is believed to be one of the creators of humanity and is known for repairing the Pillar of Heaven, sure to instill such strength and influence in baby.
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