Kiwanis is of African origin, meaning "pure-hearted." It is also associated with the Kiwanis International organization, founded in Detroit, Michigan, USA, in 1915. The organization is dedicated to improving communities through various service projects and fundraising efforts. The name Kiwanis has been adopted by many clubs around the world that are part of this international organization, known for its motto "We Build.
Kiwanis was quite popular for newborns in 1973 and 1979 with 7 births each year, but its popularity seemed to decline slightly by 1983 with only 5 births that year. Altogether, Kiwanis has been the chosen name for 19 babies over these three years.