Luhya names are used by the Luhya people, one of the largest groups in western Kenya. These names have special meanings and often show the time of a child’s birth, the season, or important events in the community.
Luhya Baby Names With Meanings
Most Common Luhya Girl Names
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Nafula | Feminine form of Wafula. Means “born during the rainy season.” |
| Naliaka | Means “born during the weeding season,” from liliaka meaning “weeding.” |
| Nanjala | Feminine form of Wanjala. Means “born during famine.” |
| Nasimiyu | Feminine form of Simiyu. Means “born during the dry season.” |
| Nekesa | Feminine form of Wekesa. Means “born during harvest.” |
Most Common Luhya Boy Names
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Nyongesa | Means “born on Saturday” in Luhya. |
| Simiyu | Means “born during the dry season.” |
| Wafula | Means “born during the rainy season.” |
| Wamalwa | Means “born during the brewing season.” |
| Wanjala | Means “born during famine,” from injala meaning “hunger, famine.” |
| Wanyonyi | Means “born during the weeding season,” from enyonyi meaning “weeds.” |
| Wekesa | Means “born during harvest.” |
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