♀ Name Shenzi – Barbarian & Savage
| Origin: | Popular Culture, Swahili |
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| Meaning: | uncivilized, barbarian, savage, uncouth |
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The feminine name Shenzi is derived from the Swahili term shenzi, which means “uncivilized,” “barbarian,” or “savage.” Shenzi is not commonly used as a given name for children; it is best known as a character name from Disney’s “The Lion King” movie.
Where does the name Shenzi come from?
Shenzi is the name of one of the hyenas in Disney’s 1994 film The Lion King. Her hyena companions are named Banzai and Ed. The name Shenzi is derived from the Swahili word “shenzi”, which means “barbarian,” “uncivilized,” or “savage.” Swahili is the most widely spoken language in East Africa.
What does the name Shenzi mean?
Shenzi means “uncivilized,” “barbarian,” “savage,” or “uncouth” in Swahili.
Word composition
Swahili “shenzi” = uncivilized, barbarian, savage, uncouth
Pronunciation of Shenzi
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