Names That Mean Famine

  1. Wanjala
    • Origin:

      Africa, Luhya
    • Meaning:

      "born during famine"
    • Description:

      Not likely to become very popular in the US anytime soon.
  2. Nanjala
    • Origin:

      Africa, Luhya
    • Meaning:

      "born during famine"
    • Description:

      Feminine form of the male name Wanjala.

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