Kariuki
Meaningpossibly reborn · Kikuyu
Kariuki is an African boy name thought to mean “reborn”, with Kikuyu roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Hidden namesLook closely: Kariuki has the name Ari hiding inside it.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Kariuki would score 15 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Kariuki
Kariuki is a boy name of African origin meaning “possibly reborn”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Kariuki at school.
Origin:African names
More African boy names
- Unisex name: Cairo · the victorious
- Unisex name: Asa · healer
- Unisex name: Zaire · river
- Boy name: Omari · long-lived
- Boy name: Ermias · form of Jeremiah
- Boy name: Jabari · brave, fearless
- Boy name: Paulo · small
- Unisex name: Amani · peace
Questions about the name Kariuki
What does the name Kariuki mean?
Kariuki means “possibly reborn” and comes from Kikuyu. Name experts don't fully agree on its roots, so this is the most likely meaning rather than a certainty. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Rene (“reborn”) and Renato (“reborn”).
What is the origin of the name Kariuki?
Kariuki is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Kikuyu. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Kariuki a boy or girl name?
Kariuki is a boy name.
What names are similar to Kariuki?
If you like Kariuki, you might also like Rene and Renato.
What should I know before naming my baby Kariuki?
Kariuki is an African boy name thought to mean “reborn”, with Kikuyu roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.