Zulu Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
African
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
The name Zulu means 'heaven' and is of African origin.
Meaning of the Name Zulu
Zulu is a name of African origin, specifically from the Zulu people of South Africa. It is derived from the word 'Zulu', which means 'heaven' in the Zulu language. The Zulu people have a rich cultural heritage and are known for their bravery and warrior traditions. The name Zulu is often chosen as a symbol of strength and pride.
Popularity of the Name Zulu
The popularity for the name Zulu peaked in popularity in the year 2021 with 8 births, which ranked number 19,908 out of 28,927 unique names for that year. Zulu had the most male births in 2021 with 8, which ranked number 8,804 out of 14,057 male names.
Nationwide Popularity of Zulu
Popularity of Zulu by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Zulu. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Zulu in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Zulu is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Zulu
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