Nzingha
n-ZEEN-gah
Nzingha is a girl’s name of African origin, meaning “A name of Angolan (Mbundu) origin, famously borne by Queen Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba. It signifies strength, leadership, and resilience.”, and peaked in popularity in 1992.
What Nzingha Means
“A name of Angolan (Mbundu) origin, famously borne by Queen Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba. It signifies strength, leadership, and resilience.”
The Story of Nzingha
Hear the echo of Angolan royalty in this name, a symbol of a queen's unyielding spirit and courageous leadership.
Nzingha is a name of Angolan (Mbundu) origin, most notably borne by Queen Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba. She was a central figure in 17th-century resistance against Portuguese encroachment, embodying courage and strategic prowess.
For your daughter, Nzingha signifies a profound inner strength and a courageous, leadership-oriented spirit. You imagine a child who faces the world with bravery, resilience, and an unwavering sense of purpose.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba
17th-century Angolan queen who resisted Portuguese colonization.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#9 in 1992
Total Births
56
First Recorded
1991
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