Penda is a girl's name of Swahili origin meaning “To love; embodying affection and compassion..” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Penny, Dah. Penda is an uncommon, distinctive choice for girls, with a popularity score of 10 out of 100 — perfect for parents seeking something rare.
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PEN-dah
Phonetic spelling
A rare, distinctive name — a great pick if you want something uncommon.
* Estimated trend — official birth-record data coming soon for this name
Penda means “To love; embodying affection and compassion..” It is a girl's name of Swahili origin.
Penda is pronounced PEN-dah.
Penda is most commonly used as a girl's name.
Penda has a popularity score of 10 out of 100 based on current naming trends.
Popular nicknames for Penda include Penny, Dah.
Middle names that pair well with Penda include Penda Amani, Penda Nuru, Penda Zuri.
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