Naledi
nah-LEH-dee
Popularity
#16896
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
African
Total Births
55
Peak Year
#11 in 2019
First Recorded
2010
Style
Nature-Inspired, Spiritual & Biblical
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Meaning 'star' in Sesotho, a language spoken by the Sotho people of Southern Africa. It signifies guidance and brilliance.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Naledi Pandor
South African Minister of International Relations
Naledi Kaisara
Botswanan actress and singer
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