Swahili Muslim Name
Pendo
PEHN-do
Pronunciation: PEHN-do
مَحَبَّة، مَوَدَّة
Girl
Origin
Swahili (East Africa)
Meaning
Love, affection (from Swahili 'kupenda' - to love)
Thematic Cluster
Not specified
Islamic Status
Recommended
Verification
Likely Valid
Quality Score
96
Religious Confidence
76
Letters
5
Qur'anic / Islamic Reference
No widely cited direct Qur'anic reference is attached to Pendo.
Pendo is a Swahili (East Africa) name commonly explained as Love, affection (from Swahili 'kupenda' - to love). It is often grouped with Swahili Muslim Name names in modern name lists.
Families often choose it for its clear sound and positive meaning rather than for trend alone.
Families often choose it for its clear sound and positive meaning rather than for trend alone.
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Upendo
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Twin-Friendly Pairings
Sibling-Friendly Names
Upendo
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