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Name Origin

Dakota is a Native American name derived from the Dakota language, spoken by the Dakota people (also known as the Sioux). It traditionally means 'friend' or 'ally'.

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Famous People

Dakota Fanning (1994-)

Actress

  • Nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award at age seven
  • Starred in films like 'War of the Worlds', 'I Am Sam', and 'Man on Fire'

Dakota Johnson (1989-)

Actress

  • Starred in the 'Fifty Shades' film trilogy
  • Appeared in films like 'Suspiria', 'The Lost Daughter', and 'Peanut Butter Falcon'

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