A word or words used to refer to or identify a person, place, thing, or idea
Jina langu ni Fatuma.
— My name is Fatuma.
Watoto wanasoma jina la mji wao katika ramani.
— The children are reading the name of their town on the map.
The reputation or fame of a person or thing
Mwanasiasa huyo ana jina zuri katika siasa.
— This politician has a good reputation in politics.
Duka hili lina jina la kuaminika kwa ubora wa bidhaa zake.
— This shop has a reputation for reliability due to the quality of its products.