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Jabulani

From Zulu and Ndebele: "to rejoice" or "be happy".

Meaning and origin

Jabulani is a name from Zulu and Ndebele traditions expressing joy and celebration.

How to pronounce Jabulani

Zulu (South Africa)jah-boo-LAH-nee /dʒɑːbʊˈlɑːni/

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Drafted with the help of an AI model, then checked by a person. Last checked on 16 September 2026.

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