Sekani
Sekani is a boy's name of African origin.
Meaning
Joy, laughter, or be happy.
Origin and history
Sekani is a male given name of Southern African origin, derived from the Tumbuka language. It broadly translates to 'joy' or 'be happy'. The name experienced a sharp rise in U.S. popularity during the late 2010s and early 2020s, partially influenced by modern literature and film.
Popularity in the United States
1,333 babies in the United States have been named Sekani since 1880. It ranks #3374 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1053.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.5 %)
- NC (9.6 %)
- FL (9.1 %)
- GA (8.1 %)
- CA (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 10 |
| 2010-2019 | 264 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,059 |
Fun facts
- In the Tumbuka language spoken primarily in Malawi and Zambia, the word carries the imperative meaning to laugh or rejoice.
- The name gained notable attention in North America following its inclusion in Angie Thomas's bestselling novel and film adaptation The Hate U Give.
- The vast majority of total U.S. births recorded with the name Sekani occurred after the year 2018.