Zulu

Zulu Meaning & Origin

About Zulu
The name "Zulu" is derived from the Zulu people, an ethnic group in South Africa. It means "heaven" or "sky" in the Zulu language. The Zulu people have a rich cultural heritage and are known for their warrior traditions, vibrant music, and strong sense of community. The name "Zulu" carries a sense of pride, strength, and connection to their ancestral roots.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Zulu are male.

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Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
SL
🗽 NYSIIS
ZSA
🔊 Soundex
Z040
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
Z UW1 L UW2
🌐 IPA
/ˈzuˌlu/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('SL', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
Z400

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Zulu in Braille

Here's how to represent Zulu in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Zulu in braille

How to Spell the Name Zulu in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Zulu using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Zulu in sign language

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