Nairobi

African place-name

Nairobi Origin and Meaning

The name Nairobi is a girl's name of African origin.

Kenya is fairly commonly heard as a girl's name, but its capital city makes a much more exceptional choice.

Nairobi Popularity

• 1749 Nameberry 2021
• 79 Unique 2022

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Nairobi in Pop Culture

• Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya. The name "Nairobi" comes from the Maasai phrase "Enkare Nairobi " which translates to "the place of cool waters." Nairobi is popularly known as the "Green City in the Sun."
• Nairobi pseudonym of Agata Jiménez, one of the main characters in series “Money Heist”