This historical stone has a name closely associated with its intense color. Its name was derived from the Latin word 'lapis' meaning 'stone', and from the Arabic and Persian word 'lazaward'. 'Lazaward was the Persian name for lapis stone, as well as the name of its mining location.
History. The Standing Rock Sioux Reservation is situated in North and South Dakota. The people of Standing Rock, often called Sioux, are members of the Dakota and Lakota nations. Dakota and Lakota mean friends or allies.. The people of these nations are often called Sioux, a term that dates back to the seventeenth century when the people were living in the Great Lakes area.
General Sioux Indian Tribe Facts. 1  Tribes of the Sioux Indians Mdewakanton. Sisseton. 2  Sioux people were farmers, hunters, and gatherers. They farmed corn and gathered fruit and berries. 3  The Sioux are known for their distinguished looks. Their hair is very black and it is worn long. Like other Native American tribes, they also have high cheekbones and large noses. The Sioux Indians have the distinction of having one of the most well-known Indian chiefs in history. Sioux Chief Sitting Bull was a holy man and a great leader. He was recognized early in his life for his bravery after going to war at the young age of 14. He eventually went on to lead his people to defeat Custer in the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876.