The Christening
Nyota
Nyota (pronounced nio-TA) is a girl name of Swahili origin, used in Kenya, Tanzania. It means “Star.”
- Origin
- Swahili
- Region
- Kenya, Tanzania
- Gender
- Girl
“Nyota” comes from Swahili culture (Kenya, Tanzania). Every African country has its own tale in 54 Tales of Africa, our illustrated collection.
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