Fictional CharacterFictionalFictional — The Song of Hiawatha
Minnehaha
Character from 'The Song of Hiawatha', meaning 'laughing water'
Biography
A Native American maiden from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's epic poem 'The Song of Hiawatha' (1855), known as the beloved of the titular hero Hiawatha.
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Fictional Character
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Appears In
The Song of Hiawatha
Thinking about the name
Minne
Germanic origin
“A streamlined, Scandinavian form related to Minna, carrying the same gentle Germanic meanings of love and remembrance. Minne has a spare, modern aesthetic despite its historical roots, appealing to parents who appreciate minimalist naming while honoring European tradition. The single 'e' ending gives it a contemporary feel.”