All about the name
Kiambu
Male
« Kiambu is a unisex given name of African origin, specifically from Kenya. Derived from the Kiambu region north of Nairobi, it gained popularity post-Kenyan independence in 1963. Pronounced /kiːˈɑːmbʊ/, Kiambu often signifies strength and resilience, mirroring its regional roots. »
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since 1900
Meaning, origin, history
Kiambu is a unisex given name of African origin, specifically from Kenya. It is derived from the name of the Kiambu region located north of Nairobi, the capital city. The name gained popularity as a given name following the independence of Kenya in 1963 and has since been adopted by many Kenyan families. Pronounced /kiːˈɑːmbʊ/, it consists of three syllables with stress on the second syllable. Kiambu is often associated with strength, resilience, and pride, reflecting the attributes of its namesake region.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Kiambu since 1880
Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
1972
5 births
in 1972
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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