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Find out how popular the first name Endesha has been for the last 2 years (from 1992 to 1993) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Endesha by gender

Based on the last 2 years of data, Endesha is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1993, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Endesha.

Year	Male Count	Female Count
1993	0	5
1992	0	7

The history of the first name Endesha

The name Endesha has its origins in the Bantu languages spoken across parts of Central and Southern Africa. It is derived from the Swahili word “endesha”, which means “to drive” or “to propel”. The name likely emerged during the spread of the Swahili language and culture along the East African coast and interior regions between the 7th and 19th centuries.

Endesha first appeared in written records as a personal name among coastal Swahili communities in present-day Tanzania and Kenya. It was often given to children with the hope that they would be driven to succeed in life and make their mark on the world.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Endesha was a 16th-century merchant and explorer from the Swahili city-state of Kilwa Kisiwani (now in Tanzania). He is believed to have led trading expeditions deep into the African interior, establishing trade routes and forging alliances with local chieftains.

In the 18th century, an influential Islamic scholar and poet from Mombasa, Kenya, named Endesha bin Salim, gained renown for his contributions to Swahili literature and religious teachings. His works were widely circulated and studied across the Swahili cultural sphere.

During the 19th century, the name Endesha became more widespread among various Bantu-speaking communities in East and Central Africa. One notable figure was Endesha Mwandosya, a leader of the Yao people in present-day Malawi, who led resistance efforts against Portuguese colonial rule in the late 1800s.

In the 20th century, Endesha Ida Amin Dada, a Ugandan military officer and diplomat, served as the foreign minister of Uganda during the rule of President Idi Amin in the 1970s. He played a key role in international relations and represented Uganda at various diplomatic forums.

Another prominent individual with the name Endesha was Endesha Mayala, a Tanzanian politician and activist who fought for women’s rights and gender equality. She served as a member of parliament in Tanzania and was a vocal advocate for empowering women in politics and decision-making processes.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They’ve been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Endesha was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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