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Kamau First Name Meaning

Kamau is a male name of African - Kikuyu of Kenya origin, meaning "Quiet Warrior." It is primarily associated with the Kikuyu people, a Bantu group from Kenya with roots in the Congo region. Traditionally, the name was given to young men who underwent initiation together as part of a group called Rika, involving circumcision, training, and mentoring to transition into manhood. While the tradition is not widely practiced today, Kamau has become a family name inherited from ancestors who received it through initiation. Notable individuals bearing the name include Kenyan-born Australian footballer Bruce Kamau, Kenyan writer Daniel Kamau, and American singer and rapper KAMAUU. With its rich cultural significance and association with strength and quiet determination, Kamau continues to be a meaningful and respected name within the Kikuyu community and beyond.

Sources: Wikipedia, available at https://www.wikipedia.org | BabyNames.com, available at https://www.babynames.com

How popular Kamau first name? (2000 - Now)

Historical popularity of Kamau first name (1880 - Now)

Sources: Social Security Administration, available at https://www.ssa.gov/OACT/babynames/



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