Enki

Enki Meaning & Origin

About Enki
The name "Enki" is of Sumerian origin and is associated with the Mesopotamian god of wisdom, knowledge, and water. Enki is considered one of the most important deities in the Sumerian pantheon, known for his role in creating humanity and civilization. As the god of water, he was also associated with fertility, agriculture, and the control of rivers and canals. Enki's name translates to "Lord of the Earth" or "Lord of the Abyss," reflecting his connection to the primordial waters and his role in shaping the world.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Enki are male.

Enki Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -14.29% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
ANK
🗽 NYSIIS
EA
🔊 Soundex
E520
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
EH1 NG K IY0
🌐 IPA
/enki*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('ANK', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
E520

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Enki in Braille

Here's how to represent Enki in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Enki in braille

How to Spell the Name Enki in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Enki using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Enki in sign language

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