US Popularity Rank: 24085

Origin: African

Meaning: Warrior; Traveling one

Njeri is a girl’s name of Kikuyu origin meaning “traveling one” or “warrior.” The Kikuyu are Kenya’s largest ethnic group. According to their origin legend, Njeri was one of the nine daughters of Mumbi, the mother of all Kikuyu. If baby is a little fighter, or loves to explore, this lovely name is sure to fit them perfectly while also connecting them to their roots.