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Mpano

♂ Boy

Pronounced um-PAH-no /əmˈpɑ.noʊ/Medium

Meaning: An African name, associated with Kinyarwanda and neighboring Bantu languages of the Great Lakes region (Rwanda/Burundi). Its exact meaning varies by family and dialect, which we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: An African name: Mpano comes from the Great Lakes region (said 'um-PAH-no'). Meaning varies, we note respectfully.
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Origin LowAfrican
MeaningAn African name, associated with Kinyarwanda and neighboring Bantu languages of the Great Lakes region (Rwanda/Burundi). Its exact meaning varies by family and dialect, which we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#11852
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 6

History & Origin

Mpano is an African name from the Great Lakes region, associated with Kinyarwanda and related Bantu languages. Its literal meaning varies by family and dialect, which we note respectfully. Rare in U.S. data (said 'um-PAH-no').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely, mostly in East-African families. Rare, heritage-rich, and distinctive.

Did you know? Mpano is an African name tied to Kinyarwanda and neighboring Bantu tongues of the Great Lakes region; its exact sense varies by family and dialect, which we note respectfully (said 'um-PAH-no').
Overall data confidence 34%
References — Mpano — African/Kinyarwanda name; meaning varies; noted respectfully

Variations

MpanuMpanouPano

Nicknames

PanoNano

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Mpano mean?

Mpano is an African name tied to Kinyarwanda and Bantu languages; its meaning varies by family and dialect, which we note respectfully.

How do you pronounce Mpano?

It's said um-PAH-no /əmˈpɑ.noʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Mpano a boy or girl name?

Mpano is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Mpano?

Mpano is a very rare name for boys in the U.S.

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