Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Onawa

      Origin

      Native American

      Meaning

      Awake

      Variations

      Onatah, Conwal, Conway
      The name Onawa has its origins deeply rooted in the Native American culture, specifically among the tribes of the Algonquian language family. Derived from Algonquian roots, the name holds a significant meaning: Awake. Historically, it has been used as a term to denote a sense of alertness, consciousness, and awareness, attributes highly valued by the Native American tribes. The name Onawa symbolizes a state of being awake, both literally and metaphorically.

      Throughout history, the name Onawa has been associated with Native American folklore, traditions, and customs. It is a name that reflects the indigenous culture's profound connection to nature and their spiritual beliefs. Being awake not only represents heightened perception but also having a deep understanding of one's surroundings.

      In modern-day usage, the name Onawa continues to be embraced, albeit in a more limited manner. While it isn't as widely used as some other Native American names, Onawa still holds significance for those seeking a name that resonates with cultural heritage and spiritual awakenings. Some individuals, particularly those with Native American roots, choose to bestow this name upon their children, as it represents a sense of pride and connection to their ancestral past. By utilizing the name Onawa, families aim to acknowledge and perpetuate the rich cultural legacy of the Native American tribes.

      Based on our records...

      Edwards

      Edwards

      This is the most common surname associated with Onawa.
      Arthur

      Arthur

      This is the most common name of those married to a Onawa.
      Eliza

      Eliza

      This is the most common name for a child of a Onawa.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1885 is when there were the most people born with the first name Onawa.

      Explore the origins of another name.