Kenyatta
ken-YAH-tah
Popularity
#14340
Letters
8
Syllables
4
Origin
African
Total Births
7,471
Peak Year
#443 in 1975
First Recorded
1961
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Of African origin, often associated with Jomo Kenyatta, the first president of Kenya. The name is of Kikuyu origin.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Jomo Kenyatta
First President of Kenya
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