“Light of My Life”- Lilian Ng’ang’a Reveals Meaning Behind Her Son’s Name

Author and former Machakos First Lady Lilian Ng’ang’a has shared a personal glimpse into her motherhood journey, revealing the symbolic meaning behind her son’s name. In a lighthearted Instagram update on Thursday, April 16, 2026, she introduced her followers to the name Utheri.

A Symbolic Choice

Ng’ang’a explained that the name is rooted in her Kikuyu heritage, carrying a deep and positive significance.

“My boy’s name is Utheri. It means ‘light’ in Kikuyu

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