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Texans kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn has a profound connection to his 56-letter full Hawaiian name: John Christian Ka’iminoeauloameka’ikeokekumupa’a Fairbairn. Born in Hawaii, Fairbairn didn’t master the complex spelling until eighth grade, but he has always understood its pronunciation and cultural weight. The name translates to “seeker of wisdom,” symbolizing an embrace of his indigenous roots. Fairbairn dropped his English first names because he no longer responds to them, feeling that his Hawaiian moniker represents his true identity and life, making its pronunciation “Ka-EE-mee” and the definition a source of personal pride.
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