Bayenkhu - Tumbuka (a tribe of Africa), meaning "where will they go?" According to the book Zambian Traditional Names by Mwizenge Tembo a name with this meaning is given to a child whose parents have no place to call home.
Chatyalani - Nsenga (a tribe of Africa), meaning "waste of time". According to Tembo's book this name is given when a family "has had too many children die. [It is] mocking or taunting death to "take this baby to the bush too".
Kasiwa - Tumbuka, meaning "to be alone" or "orphaned", According to Tembo's book a name with this meaning is given to a child who is orphaned.
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Alilenji - Chewa (a tribe of Africa), meaning "why should you cry?" According to Tembo's book a name with this meaning is given to a child who will have everything, and therefore, no reason to cry.
Chawezi - Tumbuka, meaning "a gift"
Lelani - Chewa, meaning "raise your children". According to Tembo's book a name with this meaning is given as a message to parents and community to raise their children with pride and to show that the child is considered a blessing.
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