How did sacajawea's son name get jean baptist?

Sacajawea's son was named Jean Baptiste Charbonneau in honor of Jean Baptiste, a name that reflects the French influence in the region and the cultural connection of the Lewis and Clark expedition. His father, Toussaint Charbonneau, was a French-Canadian fur trader, which influenced the choice of the French name. Additionally, the name Jean Baptiste has religious significance, as it refers to Saint John the Baptist. Sacajawea and her husband chose the name to honor their cultural heritage and the significance of the expedition.