Uhura
Uhura Meaning & Origin
About Uhura
The name "Uhura" is of Swahili origin and means "freedom" or "independence." It gained popularity and recognition through the character Lieutenant Uhura in the science fiction series Star Trek. Uhura's character, portrayed by Nichelle Nichols, was a symbol of empowerment and diversity, breaking barriers as one of the first African-American female characters on American television. The name Uhura has since become associated with strength, courage, and the pursuit of equality.
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Name Popularity
Gender Distribution
Most individuals with the name Uhura are female.
Uhura Popularity Trends
The popularity of the name has increased by 33.33% over the past year.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Uhura in Braille
Here's how to represent Uhura in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
How to Spell the Name Uhura in American Sign Language (ASL)
The image below shows how you can spell Uhura using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
