Nairobi
African place name
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Updated Mon Feb 02 2026
The name Nairobi peaked for boys at #5401 in 1976. Nairobi is occasionally used for girls in 2024.
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The name 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."
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