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They pick the names for the Lion King characters from words in the Swahili language. For example, Simba is translated into Swahili meaning "lion". They also chose Swahili words for the characters so it can connect with their personalities such as Zira (who hates Simba and the Pridelanders) means "hate" in Swahili.

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