Scar
In Swahili, the name literally translates to 'scar'. It gained international recognition through popular culture and is often chosen by parents looking for a short, vowel-ending name with a bold sound.
About 11 boys were named Kovu in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
The chosen heir of Scar and protagonist of the sequel Β· The Lion King II: Simba's Pride