Lion
A modern phonetic variant of the Swahili word 'simba', which translates directly to lion. While traditionally a masculine name in East Africa, it has gained unisex appeal in the West due to its association with strength and leadership.
Less common today
Symba isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,632 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American rapper and songwriter
The protagonist and rightful king of the Pride Lands · The Lion King
