Sitting Bull, the legendary Native American chief, was known by several alternative names throughout his life. He was born in 1831 as Jumping Badger, but was later given the name Sitting Bull due to the reputation he gained as a skilled warrior and respected leader. Other synonyms for Sitting Bull include Tatanka Iyotake, which means "Sitting Buffalo Bull" in Lakota, and Hunkesni, meaning "Slow" or "Persistent". In addition, he was sometimes referred to as "The Great Sitting Bull," "Grandfather Bull," or simply "Bull." His powerful leadership and unwavering commitment to his people made him one of the most respected figures in Native American history.