name
Mwenye
MWEH-nyeh
ˈmwɛɲɛListen
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Syllable breakdown
Mwenye
Name meaning and origin
- Origin
- Lozi (Zambia)
- Meaning
- the owner; one who possesses; a person of standing and authority; in Lozi social structure, ownership and stewardship of land, cattle, and community relationships define social hierarchy; Mwenye conveys that the child is destined to be a holder and keeper of things of value
- Gender
- male
Pronunciation tips
Two syllables; 'mw' cluster; 'nye' is a palatal nasal followed by 'eh'
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