Kenya
East Africa, Kenya
Kenya
People from Kenya are called:
Male/General:
Kenyan
Pronunciation:
/ˈkɛnjən/
Etymology & Origin
Named after Mount Kenya, from the Kikuyu word 'Kirinyaga' meaning 'place of brightness'.
About Kenya
- Capital city: Nairobi.
- Known for wildlife safaris, Maasai culture, and the Great Rift Valley.
- East Africa's economic hub with diverse landscapes from coast to highlands.
- English and Swahili are official languages with many indigenous languages.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 55,100,586 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Kenya
- Region:
- East Africa