Malinga is a Zulu surname meaning “the suns” or “shining ones.”
Meaning & Origin:
From the Zulu word “ilanga” (sun) with prefix “Ma-” (plural). The name suggests brightness, warmth and prominence. Common in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Notable People:
Lasith Malinga (Sri Lankan cricketer, though of different origin), Malinga family (South African musicians).
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