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DALLAS (CBSDFW) - The Dallas Zoo's newest addition is officially two weeks old today and now she finally has a name.

On April 10th, Katie the reticulated giraffe gave birth to a baby girl at the Dallas Zoo.  Now after 50,000 votes, the world has spoken: Katie's famous calf is named "Kipenzi."

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According to the Zoo, Kipenzi means "loved one" in Swahili.

"We're elated that so many people voted on the name of Katie's calf," said Gregg Hudson, the Dallas Zoo's president and chief executive officer. "Because so many asked for the baby to be named after their loved ones, 'Kipenzi' is a perfect choice to honor the spirit of those heartfelt requests."

Tonight at 8:00pm Reunion Tower will be emblazoned with her name, a giraffe pattern and "Dallas Zoo."

Kipenzi has been gently introduced to the Giants of the Savanna outdoor feeding habitat over the past few days. Starting early next week, she will make regular appearances outdoors, weather permitting.

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