answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

Yes, most of the characters in The Lion King are named after some words in some African languages. For example, Simba means "lion", Nala means "gift", Sarabi means "mirage", and Sarafina means "bright star" in Swahili.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Are The Lion King characters named after some African words?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

What African American has a Monument named after them?

martin Luther king


Is Lion King evil?

no it is not lion king is about a lion cub named Simba that was framed by his uncle Scar and gets to meet two other characters named Timon and Pumba


What is the Coretta Scott King Award?

The Coretta Scott King Award (CSKA), named for Coretta Scott King, is an award that is awarded to African-American authors and illustrators. The award is typically awarded to those who portray the African-American experience to a youth audience.


When did Julius Caesar get married?

There was never a king named Julius Caesar.There was never a king named Julius Caesar.There was never a king named Julius Caesar.There was never a king named Julius Caesar.There was never a king named Julius Caesar.There was never a king named Julius Caesar.There was never a king named Julius Caesar.There was never a king named Julius Caesar.There was never a king named Julius Caesar.


How did they pick Lion King names?

They pick the names for the Lion King characters from words in the Swahili language. For example, Simba is translated into Swahili meaning "lion". They also chose Swahili words for the characters so it can connect with their personalities such as Zira (who hates Simba and the Pridelanders) means "hate" in Swahili.


The main characters of king midas?

the king Midas, and, his his daughter Aurelia.


When was King's African Rifles created?

King's African Rifles was created in 1902.


Why was King Drew Magnet High School named after Dr Charles Drew?

The reason why King Drew Medical Magnet High School of Medicine and Science was named after Charles Drew was because he was a Doctor and African American.he did much research that made a name for him.Also named after dr.king because of his influence on the community.


Why is Louisiana named like that?

Louisiana is named after the French king "King Louis"It was named after King Louis XIV of France.


Who are the characters in the story the council held by the rats?

"The Council Held by the Rats" is a fable by Panchatantra. The characters in the story are a lion named Lionheart who is the king of the jungle, a clever rat named Muchie Pant the Third, and numerous rats who come together to hold a council to discuss a solution to the lion's attacks on them.


Is king George county named after King George III?

No, it was named after his grandfather, King George I.


How many streets are named after African Americans in the city of Detroit?

Martin Luther King Blvd Rosa Parks Blvd Martha Reeves Temptations Blvd