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Sequoia

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Pronounced sih-KWOY-uh /sɪˈkwɔɪ.ə/High

Meaning: named for Cherokee linguist SequoyahHigh

In 30 seconds: Sequoia is a nature name honoring the giant redwood trees named after the Cherokee linguist Sequoyah. A majestic three-syllable name evoking ancient strength and natural grandeur.
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Origin HighCherokee, English
Meaningnamed for Cherokee linguist Sequoyah
U.S. rank (2025)#1987 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births97 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2002
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,936

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200219582025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Sequoia is the name of the giant redwood tree, named after the Cherokee leader Sequoyah (c. 1770–1843) who created the Cherokee syllabary.

Sequoia has appeared as a given name in the 21st century as parents seek majestic nature names with Indigenous American heritage.

Did you know? The giant sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum) is the largest living thing on Earth by volume — trees alive today were saplings when the Roman Empire was at its height.
Overall data confidence 85%
Behind the Name: Sequoia — name etymology referenceUS Social Security Name Database — U.S. popularity data

Variations

SequoyaSequoyah

Nicknames

Quoia

Famous Bearers

  • ★Sequoyah (c.1770–1843)
    Cherokee polymath who created the Cherokee syllabary in 1821, after whom the giant sequoia trees are named.

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Frequently Asked

What does Sequoia mean?

Sequoia means named for Cherokee linguist Sequoyah.

How do you pronounce Sequoia?

Sequoia is pronounced sih-KWOY-uh (/sɪˈkwɔɪ.ə/), with 3 syllables.

Is Sequoia a girl's name?

Yes, Sequoia is used as a girl's name.

How popular is the name Sequoia?

Tree/Cherokee heritage name; meaning well established.

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