Kekana is a Northern Sotho surname of the Pedi people, meaning “builder” or “one who constructs.”

Meaning & Origin:
From the Pedi verb “go kena” (to build/enter), this name denotes a family of builders or those who establish communities. It’s common in South Africa’s Limpopo province.

Notable People:
George Kekana (South African musician), Kekana family (prominent in Limpopo politics).