Kaka

KA-ka'KAH-kah'2 syllables
🇵🇹Portuguese
Energetic

MEANING

A diminutive form of the name Ricardo or Karla

ORIGIN

Brazilian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the shortening and affectionate suffix '-inho' or '-inha' of names like Ricardo or Karla.

CULTURAL NOTES

Commonly used as a nickname in Brazil, especially in sports.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Popularized by the Brazilian footballer Ricardo Kaká.

🇰🇪Swahili
Soft

MEANING

Brother

ORIGIN

African

ETYMOLOGY

Directly from the Swahili word for brother.

CULTURAL NOTES

Used as a term of endearment and respect among brothers.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Used in East African cultures for familial relationships.

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Kaka - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations