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- Terence: Latin origin, meaning “smooth” or “polished.” Famous People:
- Terence Hill – Italian actor.
- Terence Tao – Australian-American mathematician.
- Terence Crawford – American professional boxer.
- Vuyo: Xhosa origin, meaning “happiness” or “joy.” Famous People:
- Vuyo Mbuli – South African television presenter.
- Vuyo Dabula – South African actor.
- Vuyo Ngcukana – South African musician.
- Modiehi: Sotho origin, meaning “queen.” Famous People:
- Modiehi Thwala – South African actress.
- Modiehi Mofokeng – South African singer.
- Modiehi Mokgatle – Zimbabwean poet.
- Nontombi: Xhosa origin, meaning “mother of girls.” Famous People:
- Nontombi Matlala – South African singer.
- Nontombi Ntshangase – South African actress.
- Nontombi Sehloho – Lesotho poet.