Clans & Lineage
The family structures and genealogies of the Burji people — all 77 clans in one place
The Social Fabric
A Society Built on Kinship
The Burji social structure is organized around clans, each with its own lineage and identity. These clans form the backbone of Burji society — governing social relations, marriage customs, resource sharing, and community leadership.
Search the directory below to find a clan. Every clan card has a “Contribute sub-clans” button — if you know the sub-clans of any clan, we would be honoured to add your knowledge.
All 77 clans
Hirole
Gooda
Bambal
Gamayo
Woteysh
Garm
Koboleysh
Korphea
Komoch
Deecha
Mangado
Maarey
Mans
Mansiy
Anbura
Kobes
Sagaana
Dulleysh
Ccholket
Garr
Lomalee
Loddi
Moddi
Jargafo
Hirrole
Yebech
Umma
Dhedheban
Meraa
Bidhmal
Ttame
Yaabi
Qadhadho
Laabo
Zabur
Hulaa
Marqadi
Barshuum
Karama
Maang
Meylam
Gaban
Mankeysho
Laam
Hirrban
Gann
Amaar
Kal
Wodimo
Wosso
Gamule
Gocho
Cchewaa
Halaka
Sooree
Gosm
Gubnad
Bombona
Lolaa
Nigso
Dawe
Doqor
Gulge
Zizamme
Ginee
Burraile
Gemme
Mang
Gaabey
Girawe
Hargale
Madhar
Komach
Kakh
Gaan
Gandile
Mare
Help Us Map the Lineages
The 77 clans listed here are the foundations of Burji identity, but the sub-clans that branch from them are carried in memory. If you know the sub-clans of your clan, or the clans of your community, share them with us.
Select any clan in the directory above and press Contribute sub-clans— or contact us directly and we'll record everything you share.
Continue Exploring
Discover the traditional lands where these lineages flourished — the highlands, rivers, and trade routes that shaped Burji civilization.
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