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Nneka
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Mother is supreme (literally: 'mother is greater') |
Igbo |
Girl |
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Nnenna
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Literally 'mother of the father' - paternal grandmother; often given to a girl believed to be a reincarnation of a paternal grandmother. |
Igbo |
Girl |
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Noma
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{'Southern African (Nguni)': "Often a short form of longer 'No-' names (e.g., Nomalanga); meanings vary by the full name but commonly relate to motherhood, light, or beloved.", 'Igbo': 'Used as a given name in some Igbo-speaking areas; meanings vary regionally.', 'Japanese': 'As a Japanese surname, meaning depends on the kanji used.'} |
Igbo, Japanese |
Girl |
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Nony
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Usually a diminutive form associated with 'gift' when from Igbo Onyinye/Nonye; otherwise an affectionate pet name or a name inspired by the noni fruit. |
English, Igbo, Polynesian |
Girl |
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Nwando
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Child of peace / peaceful child |
Igbo |
Girl |
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Odirah
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May it remain; let it stay; may it endure |
Igbo |
Girl |
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