Ohio Name Meaning & Origin
/oh-HY-oh/Name Origin
The name 'Ohio' originates from the Iroquois word 'ohi-yo,' meaning 'great river' or 'large creek.' It was adopted as the name of the Ohio River and subsequently the state of Ohio in the United States. The term reflects the region's geographical features and indigenous heritage.
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Ohioan (American) 85% -
Ohioan (American) 10%
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Ohioan (American) 5%
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Name Details
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Ohio
Notable individuals associated with Ohio include LeBron James, a famous basketball player; Thomas Edison, an inventor and businessman; and Paul Newman, an acclaimed actor.
Ohio Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 11
People with this name tend to be: Intuitive, spiritual and illuminating (Master Number).