About Kunta
The name "Kunta" is of African origin, specifically from the Mandinka language. It means "the conqueror" or "the warrior." It carries a strong and powerful connotation, symbolizing strength, bravery, and resilience. The name gained significant recognition through the character Kunta Kinte in Alex Haley's novel "Roots," which tells the story of an African man sold into slavery in America. Kunta Kinte's unwavering spirit and refusal to forget his true identity have made the name "Kunta" synonymous with resistance and the fight against oppression.
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Most individuals with the name Kunta are male.
The popularity of the name has increased by 20% over the past year.
Here's how to represent Kunta in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kunta using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.