Kitwana
/ kee-TWAH-nah /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇹🇿 Tanzania
- Religion
- Islam
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Brave
Meaning & Etymology
Little warrior
Little warrior
Etymology
Derived from the Swahili kitu (little) and wana (warrior).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Benue-Congo > Bantu > Swahili
Cultural context
In Swahili culture, names often reflect virtues or aspirations for the child, such as strength and bravery.
Symbolism
Represents courage and the hope for a strong, resilient character.