Shoshone

Shoshone is a gender-neutral name of Native American origin. It is the name of the indigenous tribe—also known as the Snake people—native to eastern Nevada, southern Idaho, and western Idaho. Their name is believed to mean “grass house people,” as it comes from the word sosoni, referring to a type of tall grass traditionally used to build houses. It may also come from the expression So-so-goi, meaning “those who travel on foot.” If you’re looking for a name to keep baby grounded to the earth and connected to their ancestral roots, Shoshone can make for a great choice.