Wawaka is an unincorporated community in Elkhart Township, Noble County, in the U.S. state of Indiana. History Wawaka was founded in 1857. The name Wawaka is said to be of Native American origin, meaning "big heron". A post office has been in operation at Wawaka since 1857. Geography Wawaka is located at . Notable people Ford Frick, sportswriter References Unincorporated communities in Noble County, Indiana Unincorporated communities in Indiana 1857 establishments in Indiana