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Wangari

“Leopard, spotted one, swift, graceful”

wahn-GAH-ree African, Kikuyu origin 7 letters 3 syllables
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Wangari

Leopard, spotted one, swift, graceful

African, Kikuyu

Name Details & Attributes

Meanings

Leopard Spotted Swift

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Personality Traits

Syllables

3

About this name

Wangari is an African (Kenyan/Kikuyu) name meaning 'leopard.' Famously borne by Nobel laureate Wangari Maathai. It represents grace, power, and wildlife.

It means "Leopard, spotted one, swift, graceful." Wangari has a popularity score of 73 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced wahn-GAH-ree. It is traditionally associated with Spiritual. Its listed personality traits are Graceful, Powerful and Swift. It has 3 syllables and 7 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Wangari, Wangarie and Wangar.

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What does the name Wangari mean?

The name Wangari means "Leopard, spotted one, swift, graceful."

What origin is the name Wangari?

Wangari has African and Kikuyu origins.

Is Wangari a boy or girl name?

Wangari is traditionally a girl's name.

How do you pronounce Wangari?

Wangari is pronounced wahn-GAH-ree.

Is Wangari popular?

Wangari has a popularity score of 73 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.

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