Lion
Derived from the Swahili word for 'lion', it symbolizes strength and leadership. While it is a common noun in East Africa, it gained global recognition as a personal name through popular culture.
About 14 boys were named Simba in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The protagonist and rightful king of the Pride Lands · The Lion King
Zimbabwean politician and former Minister of Finance
