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Nairobi

Nairobi is a gender-neutral name of African origin. Nairobi is the capital of Kenya and comes from the Masaai phrase “Enkare Nairobi” which translates to “cool water”. This name is perfect for water babies, whether they’ll be fans of bath-time or born under an astrological water sign! As a place name, Nairobi also offers a beautiful departure from its oft-heard counterpart Kenya, giving an extra bit of cultural detail. It has great nickname potential too, being easily shortened to “Nai” or “Robi”.
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Meaning

Capital of kenya

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Pronunciation

nai-ROH-bee

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  • Adventurous
  • Intelligent
  • Empathetic
  • Bold

Compatibility

Nairobi pairs well with sibling names that are equally unique and global in nature. As a middle name, it adds a touch of exotic flair to more traditional first names. This name is a great choice for families with African heritage or those who appreciate the vibrancy and history of the continent.

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Nairobi Thompson

Nairobi Thompson

Actress

Born: July 12, 1980 · Los Angeles, California, USA

Portrait of Nairobi Patel

Nairobi Patel

Entrepreneur

Born: March 28, 1975 · Mumbai, India

Portrait of Nairobi Lopez

Nairobi Lopez

Musician

Born: November 15, 1990 · Havana, Cuba

Portrait of Nairobi Kim

Nairobi Kim

Scientist

Born: April 30, 1988 · Seoul, South Korea

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Nairobi Duarte

Athlete

Born: September 20, 1995 · Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Nairobi Singh

Artist

Born: December 5, 1983 · New Delhi, India

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Nairobi Original form
  • نيروبي Arabic
  • नैरोबी Devanagari
  • ნაირობი Georgian
  • 奈洛比 Chinese (Simplified)
  • 나이로비 Korean
  • ไนโรบี Thai
  • ナイロビ Japanese
  • نایروبی Persian

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nairobi

What does Nairobi mean?
Capital of kenya
What is the origin of Nairobi?
Nairobi has African origins.
Is Nairobi popular?
Nairobi has been viewed 171 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Nairobi?
Similar names include Greg, Nina, Ethan, Xavi, Djuma.
How do you pronounce Nairobi?
Nairobi is pronounced nai-ROH-bee.

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