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Derived from the Swahili word meaning 'the loved one,' Kendi is an affectionate and rhythmic name. It represents a person with a naturally radiant spirit who is deeply cherished by their community and possesses a warm, charismatic personality that effortlessly draws people together.
Key Stats
| Total births | 137 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2001 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 2001 |
| Most recent | 2001 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | African, Swahili |
| Comeback name | No |
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Notable People
Kendi (Kenyan pop singer known for the hit song 'Tigo') · Ibram X. Kendi (Renowned scholar and author of 'Stamped from the Beginning') · Kendi Amani (Creative director and sustainable fashion entrepreneur) · Kendi Nkonge (Prominent advocate for public health and community education) · Kendi Moore (Contemporary visual artist known for abstract works)
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