Sekani

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Sekani Pronunciation

Sekani is pronounced seh-KAH-nee /sɛˈkɑ.ni/Medium

Meaning: From Tumbuka (Malawi) Sekani, 'laughter; laugh, be joyful'; here for girlsMedium

In 30 seconds: Pure laughter: Sekani is Tumbuka (Malawi) for 'laughter; be joyful'. Bright, warm, and joyful. Used for both sexes.

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Origin MediumTumbuka

MeaningFrom Tumbuka (Malawi) Sekani, 'laughter; laugh, be joyful'; here for girls

U.S. rank (2024)#4993 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births27 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 240

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Sekani comes from Tumbuka (Malawi) Sekani, 'laughter; laugh, be joyful' (an encouragement to find joy). A bright, warm name across Malawi, used for both sexes, here for girls.

In the U.S. it appears in Malawian and African American families. Rare, laughter at the root, and joyful.

Did you know? Sekani means 'laughter; laugh, be joyful' in Tumbuka (a language of Malawi) — a bright, warm name celebrating joy, used for both sexes.

Overall data confidence 70%

Tumbuka references — Sekani — etymology

Variations

SekayiSekai

Nicknames

Seka

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Sekani?

Sekani is pronounced seh-KAH-nee (/sɛˈkɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Sekani said aloud.

How do you say Sekani?

Sekani is said seh-KAH-nee (/sɛˈkɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Sekani said aloud.

What does the name Sekani mean?

Sekani is Tumbuka (Malawi) for 'laughter; laugh, be joyful'.

Is Sekani a boy or girl name?

Sekani is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Sekani?

Sekani is a rare name in the U.S.