Wanjiru

Meaning of Wanjiru

Wanjiru is a unique and captivating name for a baby girl. Originating from the Kikuyu people of Kenya, Wanjiru carries with it a rich cultural heritage. This name is pronounced as wahn-JEE-roo (/wɑnˈdʒi.ru/), adding to its exotic charm. Although not commonly used in the United States, Wanjiru has been given to a few babies born in recent years, with 8 occurrences in 2003 and a rank of 11325. Wanjiku is another variation of this beautiful name. With its African roots and melodious pronunciation, Wanjiru is a wonderful choice for parents seeking an uncommon and meaningful name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

  • Pronunced as wahn-JEE-roo (/wɑnˈdʒi.ru/)

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Notable People Named Wanjiru

Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg is an Executive in Residence at Schmidt Futures and the Founder of Akili Dada, a leadership incubator for African girls and young women.
Wanjiru Mbugua-Karani is a former Kenyan tennis player and current Secretary-General of Tennis Kenya, Team Kenya CEO for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Vice President of Confederation of African Tennis, and President of Eastern Africa.
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