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Ntombi

From Zulu intombi: "girl, daughter".

Meaning and origin

Ntombi is the straightforward Zulu word for a girl or daughter, used as a given name in Zulu-speaking communities.

How to pronounce Ntombi

Zulu (South Africa)in-TAHM-bee /ɪnˈtɔmbi/

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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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