Nanouk
Fact sheet
- Name
- Nanouk
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The name Nanouk is a first name originating from Greenland that can be used for both girls and boys. It represents a variant of the name Nanouk and means in German "the polar bear."
What does the name Nanouk mean?
Nanouk is a Greenlandic first name suitable for both girls and boys and represents a form of the name Nanouk. The English translation of the name is "the polar bear." Its origins lie in the Inuit word nanoq or nanuk (ᓇᓄᒃ), which means "polar bear." Other variants include Nanuq and Nanoq.
Where does the name Nanouk come from?
Nanouk is a first name used for both women and men. Its origin lies in the Greenlandic and Inuktitut languages and carries the meaning "the polar bear."
How do you pronounce Nanouk?
Na-nouk
Popularity
In Germany, Nanouk is a rather rare first name. In 2019, it ranked 4,068th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2013 at 2,584th. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, placing it 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,639th.
Nicknames & pet names
Noku / Nouk / Nuke / Nuki
Famous people
- Nanouk Leopold (Dutch director)
Frequently asked questions about the name Nanouk
What does the name Nanouk mean?
Nanouk means 'the polar bear' and originates from the Greenlandic and Inuktitut languages.
Where does the name Nanouk come from?
The name Nanouk has its roots in the Inuit languages, particularly in the word nanoq or nanuk, which means polar bear.
How popular is the name Nanouk?
The popularity of the name Nanouk varies, but it has become increasingly fashionable in recent years, especially in Scandinavian countries.