Kwanzaa
kwahn-zah
Kwanzaa is a unisex name of African origin, meaning “Derived from the Swahili phrase "matunda ya kwanza" (first fruits), celebrates African heritage. Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration.”, and peaked in popularity in 1994.
What Kwanzaa Means
“Derived from the Swahili phrase "matunda ya kwanza" (first fruits), celebrates African heritage. Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration.”
The Story of Kwanzaa
A name that rings with the spirit of celebration, a vibrant echo of heritage, community, and the promise of new beginnings.
Derived from the Swahili phrase for 'first fruits', Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration of African heritage. This name, appearing in the mid-1980s, embodies a deep cultural connection and a festive spirit.
For your child, Kwanzaa signifies a life rich with community, tradition, and a celebratory outlook. You envision them as someone who values connection, honors heritage, and approaches life with a festive, giving spirit.
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The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 1994
Total Births
39
First Recorded
1984
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