Buganda Names — And Clans

A backup symbol used to further distinguish lineage.

Buganda has a specific set of names determined by the order of birth for both males and females. These names are automatic and rarely deviated from. buganda names and clans

Each clan is associated with a primary totem () and a secondary totem ( Akabbiro ), which are taboo to eat or harm. Primary Totem (Omuziro) Secondary Totem (Akabbiro) Mmamba Muguya (young lungfish) Ffumbe Kikere (frog/toad) Lugave Maleere (mushroom) Ngeye Colobus Monkey Njovu Nvubu (Hippo) Ngo Kasimba (Genet) Muteesasira Mbogo Kayiira Gaajuule Nseenene Grasshopper Nabangogoma Key Cultural Rules A backup symbol used to further distinguish lineage

The Royal Clan ( Abalangira for princes and Abambejja for princesses) is unique because, unlike commoners, royals take the clan of their mother. However, they have a set of names reserved exclusively for royalty, such as , Lumansi , Mutebi , and Kigala . Why It Matters Today Each clan is associated with a primary totem