Kenya

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Today, Kenya is an uncommon name (popularity 45/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

The name Kenya originates from the Kikuyu and Maasai languages, where it refers to the country's highest mountain, Mount Kenya, which means 'mountain of whiteness' due to its snow-capped peak. The name is also thought to derive from the Kikuyu word 'kere nyaga,' meaning 'mountain of ostrich,' symbolizing the black and white patches of the mountain resembling an ostrich's feathers. Over time, it has become a popular given name, especially in English-speaking countries.