Nokomis is of Native American origin, specifically from the Algonquin tribe's language. It translates to "first light" or "dawn," reflecting the beauty and promise of a new day. This unique and meaningful name was popularized in the 19th century due to Longfellow's poem "Hiawatha." It is often associated with nature, purity, and new beginnings.
"Nokomis has experienced varying birth numbers over the years, with peaks of 10 births in 1999 and troughs like the 5 births recorded both in 1916 and 2022."