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Ngugi

One who herds; shepherd

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Origin

Kikuyu

Language

Niger-Congo (Bantu)

Pronunciation

nn-GOO-gee

Gender

male

Cultural Significance

A traditional Kikuyu name associated with pastoral life, famously borne by author Ngugi wa Thiong'o.

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