Nani facts for kids

Nani is a name that can refer to different people, places, or even characters! It's interesting how one name can be used by so many different things around the world.

Famous People Named Nani

Many well-known individuals share the name Nani. Here are some of the most famous ones:

Nani the Footballer

Luís Carlos Almeida da Cunha, better known as Nani, is a famous Portuguese professional footballer. He was born in 1986. He plays as a winger, which means he plays on the sides of the field to help score goals.

Nani is known for his amazing skills, speed, and powerful shots. He has played for many big clubs, including Manchester United in England and Sporting CP in Portugal. He also played for the Portugal national football team and helped them win the UEFA European Championship in 2016.

Nani the Actor

Ghanta Naveen Babu, known by his stage name Nani, is a popular Indian actor. He was born in 1984. He mainly works in Telugu cinema, which is a film industry in India.

Nani is often called "Natural Star" because of his natural acting style. He has starred in many successful films and is one of the most loved actors in his industry.

Nani Roma, Rally Driver

Nani Roma is a Spanish rally racing driver, born in 1972. He is famous for competing in the Dakar Rally, which is a very tough off-road race. He has won the Dakar Rally in both the motorcycle and car categories, which is a rare achievement!

Nani in Stories and Entertainment

The name Nani also appears in popular culture:

Nani Pelekai from Lilo & Stitch

Nani Pelekai is a main character from the 2002 animated Disney film, Lilo & Stitch. She is the older sister and guardian of Lilo Pelekai. Nani is a strong, caring, and responsible character who works hard to take care of her younger sister. She is a great example of family love and dedication.

Naani, the Film

Naani is an Indian film that was released in 2004. It is a science fiction film that tells an interesting story.

Other Uses of Nani

The name Nani can also refer to other things:

Nani, Afghanistan

Nani is also the name of a place in Afghanistan. It is a village located in the country.

The Nanai People

The Nanai people are an ethnic group who live in parts of Russia and China. They have their own unique culture and language.

Other People Named Nani

Many other people are also named Nani, including politicians like Alla Nani, Kesineni Nani, Kodali Nani, and Perni Nani from India. There was also Antonio Nani, a classical composer from Malta, and Nani Alapai, a Hawaiian singer.

Images for kids

• Nani 2018.jpg

  Nani playing football in 2018.

• Nani at the audio launch of Janda Pai Kapiraju.jpg

  Nani, the Indian actor.

• Nani Roma 2014 Dakar.jpg

  Nani Roma driving in the Dakar Rally.

• Lilo & Stitch Nani Pelekai.jpg

  Nani Pelekai, a character from Disney's Lilo & Stitch.