African Boy Names
Discover meaningful African boy names drawn from rich cultural traditions across the continent. Each name carries history, purpose, and identity.
Adom
Grace of God; divine blessing
Asamoah
From the thick forest; the mighty tree
Asiedu
Son of the earth; grounded one
Baako
Firstborn
Gyasi
Wonderful; marvelous one
Kofi
Born on Friday
Kojo
Born on Monday
Kusi
Born on Sunday (male)
Kwabena
Born on Tuesday
Kwadwo
Born on Monday
Kwaku
Born on Wednesday
Kwame
Born on Saturday
Kwesi
Born on Sunday
Mantse
Chief; king; the ruler
Nana Yaw
Grandfather/chief born on Thursday
Nkrumah
Ninth-born child
Obiri
Hunter; the skillful pursuer
Oheneba
Prince; child of royalty
Opoku
Brave; warrior chief
Osei
Noble; honorable one
Yaw
Born on Thursday
Akan/Twi
View all Akan/Twi names →Abeeku
Born on Wednesday
Acheampong
Destined for greatness
Adansi
One who founded the town
Addae
Morning sun; dawn
Adinkra
Farewell; visual symbol
Adisa
One who teaches; the clear one
Adomako
Blessed by God; grace has come
Agyei
Messenger of God
Agyemang
Savior of the nation; deliverer
Akoto
Warrior; fighter
Akyeampong
The giver; generous one
Amoah
Architect; builder
Ankoma
Last born; the youngest child
Anokye
Gifted one; seer
Antwi
One who does not yield; steadfast
Appiah
Prince; firstborn
Asamoa
One who fights for the nation
Asamoah
Great one; accomplished
Asare
Noble; man of valour
Asiamah
God hears; he who listens
Baah
He has come
Baffour
Elder; respected one
Boahen
The community's pride
Boateng
A strong warrior; defender
Dapaah
One who fills the gap; successor
Dasebre
One who swears an oath
Donkor
Humble
Dwamena
One who leads an army; conqueror
Fiifi
Born on Friday
Gyamfi
God take care of me
Kwabia
Born on Tuesday (male)
Kyerematen
Speaks truthfully
Mensah
Third-born son
Nkansah
First-born twin
Nti
Because of; for the sake of
Nyantakyi
Gift from God
Obeng
Pillar; support; foundation
Obuasi
Place of gold
Ofori
Brave; valiant
Osafo
Warrior; one who fights bravely
Otumfuo
The all-powerful; almighty
Prempeh
First of all; the foremost
Safo
Warrior; soldier
Sarpong
Great warrior chief
Tuffour
Diligent; hardworking
Twene
Conqueror; overcomer
Twumasi
Born near the river; water child
Yeboah
He has struggled and emerged
Yiadom
In God's grace
Amharic
View all Amharic names →Abebe
He has bloomed; flower
Abenet
Example; model; paradigm
Abiy
Great; grand
Addisu
New; fresh
Aklilu
Crown; garland
Alemayehu
I have seen the world
Amanual
God is with us; Emmanuel
Asefa
He expanded; one who broadened
Asrat
Tenth; the tithe
Ayele
He has power; the powerful one
Bekele
He has grown; matured one
Belay
Above; superior; the exalted one
Berhane
My light
Berhanu
His light; his radiance
Berihun
Their light; he enlightened them
Biniam
Son of the right hand; Benjamin
Binyam
Son of the right hand
Biruk
Blessed; the blessed one
Bogale
He has grown; matured
Chala
Ability; power
Dagmawi
The second; the next one
Dawit
Beloved; David
Debebe
He appeared; emerged
Demissie
Destroyer; one who conquers
Desta
Joy; delight; happiness
Endalkachew
Others see him; the notable one
Ephrem
Fruitful; productive
Eskinder
Alexander; defender of people
Fasil
Judge; arbiter
Fikadu
My desire; my wish
Fikre
Love; affection; desire
Fitsum
Completely; perfect; whole
Gebreselassie
Servant of the Trinity
Geremew
Wonderful; amazing
Getachew
Their master; their lord
Girma
Majesty; dignity
Girmachew
His majesty; his impressiveness
Habtamu
Rich; wealthy; prosperous
Haile
Power; might
Kaleab
Word of God
Kebede
Heavy; weighty; respected
Ketema
City; town; the civilized one
Leul
Prince; exalted one
Mekonnen
Noble; distinguished
Melaku
His angel; his messenger
Mesfin
Prince; noble ruler
Mikyas
Measure; standard
Mulugeta
His lord; his master
Nebiyu
Prophet
Negash
He will become king; the reigning one
Selassie
Trinity
Seyoum
The appointed one; the designated
Sisay
Omen of good things; auspicious sign
Tadesse
Renewed; reborn
Tariku
His history; his story
Tedla
Substitute; replacement
Teferi
One who is feared; the awe-inspiring
Tekle
My plant; my seedling
Tesfaye
My hope; my expectation
Tewodros
Gift of God; Theodore
Tigabu
Patient; enduring
Tsegaye
My prayer; my grace
Wendmagegn
My brother has been found
Wendwossen
My boundary is my brother; brotherhood
Wolde
Shield; protector; son of
Workneh
Gold; precious
Worku
Gold; golden one
Yared
He shall descend; Jared
Yididiya
Beloved of God
Yohana
God is gracious; John
Yohannes
God is gracious; John
Yosef
God will add; God shall increase
Zelalem
Eternal; everlasting
Zerihun
Their seed; their offspring
Zewde
Crown; coronation; royal
Bambara
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Noble; of high birth
Bourama
Father of many; patriarch
Daouda
Beloved; David
Drissa
Helper; supporter
Fassery
Courageous; bold
Kalifa
Successor; caliph
Konimba
Patience; endurance
Lassana
Charming; pleasant
Madou
Praised one
Modibo
Learned one; scholar
Namory
Elephant; strong and dignified
Seydou
Lucky; fortunate
Solomane
Wise; peaceful ruler
Souleymane
Man of peace; Solomon
Tiemoko
Knowledge; understanding
Berber
View all Berber names →Agerzam
Lion
Aghilas
Eagle; the soaring one
Aksil
Leopard; cheetah
Anir
Angel; the divine one
Aselkam
The guide; the leader of the caravan
Awtad
The pillars; the steadfast ones
Idir
Alive; living one
Izem
Lion; the fierce one
Madghis
The just one; the righteous ruler
Masnsen
Their protector; the guardian
Usem
Lightning; the swift one
Yuba
The exalted; the elevated
Ziri
Beautiful; moonlight
Berber/Amazigh
View all Berber/Amazigh names →Aderfi
Free man; liberated one
Afulay
Son of the wind; the eloquent one
Agellid
King; sovereign
Aghiles
Leopard; fierce protector
Amayas
Cheetah
Amayas
Cheetah; swift one
Amazigh
Free man; noble man
Amenzu
The first; eldest
Amestan
Protector; defender
Amnay
Horseman; rider
Amzal
Scout; pioneer
Anir
Angel; celestial being
Aylimas
Ruler of the people
Gaya
The ancient one; ancestor
Idir
He shall live; survivor
Itri
Star; celestial light
Jugurten
He who surpasses; beyond all
Jugurtha
He surpasses; superior
Masintha
The unifier; he who brings together
Massinissa
Their lord; their master
Meziane
The good one; handsome
Usem
Lightning; flash
Yefren
He who discovers; explorer
Yennayer
First month; new year
Yidir
He shall live; the survivor
Edo/Bini
View all Edo/Bini names →Eghosa
God's time is the best
Ehimare
My path is good; my way is blessed
Enoghase
God's grace; gift from God
Idemudia
I have not erred; I am blameless
Igbinosun
Born into wealth; child of prosperity
Imafidon
I do not shame my lineage
Omoruyi
The child is valuable; child is worthy
Osadolor
God is the judge
Osagie
God has authority; God rules
Osahon
God hears; God has listened
Osakpolor
God is the provider
Osarenkhoe
God's work is perfect
Osaze
God has chosen; selected by God
Agbenyo
Life is good
Ayele
He has overcome; victor
Dela
Saviour; deliverer
Dodzi
Cool; calm; patience
Edem
God has saved me
Etse
Born third; third child
Gameli
There is time; time will tell
Kofi
Born on Friday
Kosi
Born on Sunday
Senyo
God is good; goodness of God
Setor
Warrior; fighter
Togbe
Grandfather; ancestor; chief
Vigor
Strength; energy
Yao
Born on Thursday
Agonou
Born on market day; prosperity
Agossou
Born in the bush; wilderness child
Behanzin
The world holds the egg; born ruler
Dossou
First of twins (male)
Gbaguidi
The chief has stood firm
Hounon
Priest; spiritual leader
Kakpo
Born after father's death
Segbo
Spirit of justice; divine power
Tossou
Born on a special day; chosen
Zinsou
Second of twins (male)
Fulani
View all Fulani names →Aamadu
Most praiseworthy; highly commended
Abdourahmane
Servant of the Most Merciful
Adama
Noble; beautiful
Adama
Majestic; noble father
Aliou
The exalted; high one
Alpha
The first; the learned scholar
Amadou
The praised one (from Ahmad)
Bah
River bank; by the water
Bello
Helper; one who assists
Bouba
Father; respected elder (from Abu Bakr)
Boubacar
Noble; father of a young camel
Brahim
Father of many; exalted father
Buubakar
Young camel; noble companion
Demba
First-born son
Dembo
Peaceful one; calm
Demmba
First-born son of the second wife
Diewo
God; the divine presence
Gorko
Man; strong male
Hamidou
Praised; commendable
Ilo
Happiness; contentment
Juldeh
Born during the harmattan; the dry season child
Kaaw
Paternal uncle; honored elder
Momodou
The praised one (from Muhammad)
Njaay
The noble one; aristocrat
Orou
Born during the dry season
Pullo
The Fulani one; true Fulani
Saidou
Happy; fortunate; master
Samba
Second-born son
Sammba
Second-born son
Siidiki
Friend; true companion
Thierno
Learned one; scholar
Thierno
Scholar; learned one
Tidiani
Follower of the Tijaniyya path
Tinguedji
Born during the cattle crossing
Usmanu
Baby snake; devoted companion
Yero
First-born son; the leader
Addo
Born on Monday; king
Amarkwei
Born on Saturday; strong
Ashong
Born on Thursday
Kwei
Born on Wednesday; strong
Laryea
Born on Sunday; keeper
Nii
King; chief; grandfather
Nortey
Father's child; beloved of father
Okai
Born on Monday; male firstborn
Okine
Born after the death of the father
Quaye
Born on Wednesday; wisdom
Sowah
Born on Sunday; chief priest
Tetteh
Firstborn male; elder
Abba
Father; paternal figure
Abdu
Servant (of God)
Abdullahi
Servant of God
Abdullahi
Servant of God
Abdulrahman
Servant of the Most Merciful
Abubakar
Noble; father of a young camel
Abubakar
Father of the young camel; companion
Abubakar
Father of the young camel; noble companion
Abubakar
Noble; father of the young camel
Adamu
Man of the earth; first man
Adamu
Man of earth; Adam
Aliyu
Exalted; noble
Aminu
Trustworthy; faithful
Balarabe
Client of Wednesday; born on Wednesday
Barde
Born during cold weather
Bashir
Bringer of good news
Bashiru
Bringer of good news
Bello
Helper; aide
Buhari
One who brings evidence
Dan-Asabe
Son of Saturday; born on Saturday
Danasabe
Son of the ruler; prince of authority
Danhausa
Son of the Hausa; true Hausa man
Danjuma
Born on Friday
Dankali
Son of respect; dignified one
Danladi
Born on Sunday
Danlami
Born on Monday; son of Monday
Danliti
Born on Wednesday
Dauda
Beloved; David
Dikko
The first son; the eldest
Faruku
One who distinguishes right from wrong
Gambo
Born during the harmattan season
Garba
Born on Wednesday (male form)
Gidado
Warrior; fighter
Habib
Beloved; dear one
Hamidu
Praiseworthy
Hamza
Strong; steadfast; lion
Haruna
Aaron; mountaineer
Hussaini
Good; handsome; beautiful
Ibrahim
Father of nations
Idris
Interpreter; studious; learned one
Iliya
The Lord is my God
Isa
Jesus; God is salvation
Isah
God is salvation
Jibrin
God's strength
Kabiru
The great one; magnificent
Labaran
Born during Ramadan
Lawal
Born on Thursday; first
Lawan
Distinguished leader; chief
Mainasara
Victor; the one who conquers
Mamman
Muhammad (shortened form)
Mamuda
Praised one; commendable
Marigayi
The blessed late one; born after father's passing
Mubarak
Blessed; fortunate
Muhammadu
Praised; praiseworthy
Mujahid
One who strives; fighter for truth
Musa
Drawn from the water; Moses
Mustapha
The chosen one; the selected
Mustapha
Chosen one
Nasiru
Helper; supporter; protector
Nuhu
Comfort; rest; repose (Noah)
Saddiq
Truthful; sincere; honest
Sadiq
Truthful; sincere
Salihu
Righteous; pious; virtuous
Sani
Born on Saturday; the brilliant one
Sani
Second; the elevated one
Sanusi
Belonging to the Sanusi order; radiant
Shehu
Leader; elder; chief
Shuaibu
One who shows the way
Sulaiman
Peace; Solomon
Suleiman
Peaceful; man of peace (Solomon)
Tahiru
Pure; clean; virtuous
Tanko
Born on Monday (male)
Usaini
Beautiful; good
Usman
Baby snake; faithful companion
Waziri
Minister; advisor; counselor
Yakubu
Supplanter; he who follows (Jacob)
Yandaka
Protector; guardian
Yunusa
Dove; messenger (Jonah)
Yusuf
God increases; He shall add
Zaharaddeen
Flower of the faith
Zubeiru
Strong; mighty; intelligent
Adimchinobi
I am in God's hands
Ahamefula
May my name never be lost
Akachukwu
The hand of God
Amaechi
Who knows tomorrow
Anayo
Who is God to me; God is personal
Azubuike
The past is your strength
Chiagoziem
God has blessed me
Chibuike
God is strength; God is power
Chibuzo
God is the way; God leads the way
Chibuzor
God is the way
Chidiebube
God is glorious
Chidolem
God guides me
Chidozie
God has repaired; God has restored
Chidubem
God is my guide; led by God
Chiedozie
God has fixed it; God has repaired
Chiemeka
God has done great things
Chiemela
God has done a great thing
Chijindu
God holds life; life belongs to God
Chijioke
God holds the portion; God gives the share
Chikezie
God has created well; well-crafted by God
Chikeziri
God created well
Chinedu
God leads
Chinedum
God leads me
Chukwubuikem
God is my strength
Chukwudalu
God has created
Chukwudi
God exists
Chukwuemeka
God has done something great
Chukwuka
God is supreme
Chukwunonso
God is near; God is close
Dibia
Healer; medicine man
Dimgba
Strong; mighty; powerful
Dubem
Lead me; guide me (God)
Ebuka
God is great; God is the greatest
Echezona
Never forget; remember always
Ejike
One with strong force; mighty one
Ekene
Praise; appreciation
Ekenedilichukwu
All thanks to God
Emeka
God has done great things
Enyinnaya
His father's friend
Ifeanyi
Nothing is impossible with God
Ifeanyichukwu
Nothing is impossible with God
Iheanacho
The people's light
Ikechukwu
The power of God
Ikemefuna
My strength shall not be lost
Izuchukwu
God's counsel; the wisdom of God
Kenechukwu
Thanks be to God
Kenenna
Look at the father
Maduabuchi
People are not God
Mezie
Do it well; make it right
Ndubuisi
Life is the first priority; life is supreme
Nnabuchi
Father's own is in God's house
Nnaemeka
The father has done great things
Nnamdi
My father is alive; my father lives on
Nwachukwu
Child of God
Nwankwo
Child born on Nkwo market day
Nzube
God's substitute; replacement from God
Nzubechukwu
God's will
Obiajulu
The heart is at rest; consoled
Obichere
The heart is protecting
Obiefuna
The heart does not rest; a restless spirit
Obienyeukwu
A generous heart
Obinna
Father's heart
Obiora
The heart of the people; the people's will
Obumneme
My heart's consolation
Odera
The people's will; communal decision
Odinaka
It is well with the father
Ogbonna
Image of the father; resembles the father
Okafor
Born on Afor market day
Okechukwu
God's portion; what God has given
Okwuchukwu
Word of God
Okwudili
What God has written; God's word stands
Olisa
God; the supreme being
Olisaemeka
God has done well
Ozoemena
Let another one not happen again; may this not repeat
Somadina
Let me not be alone; may I have companions
Tobechukwu
Praise God
Tobenna
Praise God the Father
Uchechukwu
God's will; the thought of God
Uchemba
God's thought is supreme
Udochukwu
God's peace
Ugochukwu
God's eagle; God's crown
Uzochukwu
God's way
Uzodinma
The road is good; the path is favorable
Zimuzo
Show me the right path
Kikuyu
View all Kikuyu names →Ciũra
The heater; one who warms
Gachanja
Born in the wild; adventurous
Gathua
The one from the highlands; mountain child
Gichohi
The one from the bushes; forest child
Gichohi
The bushman; hunter
Gitau
Warrior; brave one
Gĩthĩngĩ
The healer; medicine man
Gĩthĩnji
Butcher; provider of meat
Githongo
One of great strength
Irungu
Of the forest; forest dweller
Kaggia
Born during conflict; the resilient one
Kagwe
Born during planting; cultivator
Kahiga
Quiet one; peaceful
Kamau
Quiet warrior
Karanja
He who leads; guide
Kariuki
Reincarnated; returned from the dead
Kibiru
Prophet; seer
Kĩmani
He of the great council
Kinuthia
The great one; large
Kinyanjui
Of the fig tree; great gatherer
Macharia
The industrious one; hardworking
Maina
Dancer; one who dances
Mathenge
One who stands firm; immovable
Matoke
The one who gathers; the provider
Mbugua
The grasshopper; abundant one
Mugo
Medicine man; healer
Muhia
The patient one; enduring
Mũthĩga
Young man; youthful
Mwangi
One who is fast; rapid expansion
Ndirangu
Great warrior; one who is fierce in battle
Ndung'u
Tall one; the elevated
Ndungu
Of the rainy season; born during rains
Nganga
Spiritual leader; diviner
Ngugi
One who herds; shepherd
Njenga
One who advances; progressive
Njuguna
He who dances skillfully
Ruguru
One who comes from the west
Thimba
Hunter; the stalker of game
Thiongo
One who comes from the wilderness
Thuku
One who gathers; collector
Waiganjo
One of the clearing; of open spaces
Waithaka
One who is judicious; wise counselor
Waithaka
Of the thorn tree; resilient
Wanjohi
Brewer; one who ferments
Lingala
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Born during dry season; drought
Emojong
The one who is born strong
Juma
Born on Friday
Lutanga
The one who crosses rivers; the brave traveler
Miguna
The strong-willed one
Nyandiko
Of the writing; learned one
Obura
Born during a storm
Ochanda
Born in the wilderness
Ochieng
Born when the sun shines
Odhiambo
Born in the evening
Odiwuor
Born during a journey; the wanderer
Odongo
Second-born twin
Oginga
One who threshes; the industrious one
Ogutu
Born when the sun is setting
Ogweno
Born in the month of harvest
Ojwang
Born during a famine; the enduring one
Okal
Born at the homestead; homebody
Okang
Born in the wilderness; bushland
Okelo
Born after twins
Okeyo
Born during the harvest dance
Okoth
Born during the rainy season
Okoth
Born during the rainy season
Okumu
Born in the mist; fog
Okwach
Born in the evening; dusk
Olang
Born at midday; the bright one
Oloo
Born during a time of plenty
Olweny
Born during war; the warrior
Omolo
He who follows; second in line
Ondiek
Hyena; born under the hyena sign
Onyango
Born in the early morning
Onyango
Born in the early morning
Opere
Born during locusts; swarm
Opiyo
First-born twin (male)
Orwa
Born during battle; the fighter
Osodo
Born during a feast; celebratory
Otieno
Born at night
Ouma
Born facing down; humble birth
Ouma
Born face-down; the determined one
Owino
Born during weeding season
Owiti
Born away from home; born elsewhere
Owuor
Born during a journey; traveler
Wuod
Son of; the male child
Maasai
View all Maasai names →Enkai
God; the divine one
Kiok
Born during the cattle return; the herder
Kipara
One who comes from far
Ledama
One who is blessed by God
Lekishon
One who is watched over
Lemasolai
One who is blessed
Meoli
One who comes from far; the traveler
Naftal
Born during the wrestling season
Olaiguruani
He who oversees; the watchful leader
Olaigwanani
The decision maker; the wise elder
Olangoisa
He of the ceremony; the celebrator
Olarishoni
He who crosses rivers; the explorer
Ole
Son of
Oleitiko
He who carries; the bearer
Olekina
He who is soft-spoken; gentle
Olekonde
He who is creative; the maker
Olemurto
He of the blessing ceremony
Olengurumwa
He of the mountain; highland dweller
Olesaruni
He of the elders' tree; wise counselor
Olmekenyu
He who prepares; the planner
Oloimugi
He of the warriors' camp; warrior
Oloip
He who brings rain; rain-maker
Olokurto
The one from the cool highlands
Ololosian
The one who is respected; held in high esteem
Olonana
He who is gentle; the peaceful leader
Olootu
Leader; chief
Oloyian
He who is respected; the honored one
Oltepesi
He of the plains; grassland dweller
Oltimau
Lion slayer; the brave hunter
Orankau
Strong bull; powerful one
Parsitau
Born during the hunt; the hunter
Samoei
The leader of warriors; the chief
Sankale
Tall one; one who stands above
Sipitia
The respected one; the honored elder
Soiyan
The warrior; the brave fighter
Supeet
The kind one; generous of heart
Ndebele
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Put your trust in
Jabulani
Be happy; rejoice
Lwazi
Knowledge; wisdom
Melusi
Shepherd; protector
Mgcini
Keeper; guardian
Mqondisi
Guide; director
Mthokozisi
The one who brings happiness
Mzingaye
Warrior; defender of the homestead
Nkazimulo
Glory; magnificence
Nkululeko
Freedom; liberation
Phathisani
Hold together; take care of
Sakhile
We have built
Zweli
The world; of the nation
Abdisa
Born to be great; one who makes bloom
Badhassa
One who is near the sea; coastal one
Barsiisa
Teacher; the one who educates
Borena
From the Borana people; proud one
Boru
Dust; born during dry season
Caalaa
Victorious; one who overcomes
Chalchisa
The sharp one; the intelligent one
Dagim
Again; the repeated one
Dhaddachaa
Tradition; custom
Dhukkubaa
Born during hardship; the endurer
Duulaa
Fighter; warrior
Elemaa
Knowledgeable; wise
Fayyisaa
Healer; one who cures
Galaan
River; flowing water
Gammachu
Happiness; joy
Gidadaa
Horseman; rider
Guddina
Growth; development
Gutama
The assembly leader; head of council
Guutama
Assembly; gathering place
Guyyaa
Day; daytime
Hinkosa
Blessed; favored
Hundee
Root; foundation
Hundessa
Industrious; hardworking one
Hussen
Good; handsome; beautiful
Jaatanii
Loved one; beloved
Jiregna
The one who lives; survivor
Kadir
Powerful; capable
Korma
The healer; one who mends
Leenjiso
Trained; disciplined
Liiban
Successful; victorious
Miidhaksaa
Fearless; undaunted
Mirgissa
The desired one; hoped for
Nagaasa
Peace; tranquility
Obsa
Satisfaction; contentment
Obsaa
Generous; giving
Raggaasaa
The comforter; one who brings peace
Sintayehu
How much I have seen
Sooressa
Hero; champion
Tafari
One who inspires awe
Tulluu
Mountain; elevated
Tumo
Fame; renown
Tumsaa
Faith; belief
Waaqjiraa
God's servant
Wayessa
One who brings rain; the rain-maker
Yaadannoo
Memory; remembrance
Chenjerai
Be wise; be alert
Dakarai
Joy; happiness; gladness
Garikai
Stay well; be settled
Makandiwa
One who walks alone; independent
Mufaro
Happy one; the joyful
Mufudzi
Shepherd; guardian
Munetsi
The one who brings
Munyaradzi
Comforter; one who consoles
Munyaradzi
Comforter; the one who consoles
Nhamo
Trouble; hardship; suffering
Rangarirai
Think carefully; deliberate
Sekani
Laughter; the joyful one
Simba
Strength; lion
Simbarashe
Power of God
Takunda
We have conquered; we have overcome
Tanaka
We have received goodness; we are fortunate
Tapfuma
We have become rich; wealth has come
Tawanda
We have grown; we have multiplied
Tonderai
Remember; keep in mind
Tongai
Show us; point the way
Zvitambo
Victories; triumphs
Somali
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Good news; congratulations
Axmed
Most praised; highly commended
Bile
The blessed one; prosperous
Cabdalla
Servant of God
Cabdi
Servant (of God)
Cabdirashiid
Servant of the right-guided
Cali
Exalted; noble
Caydiid
One who returns; the returner
Ciise
Jesus; God saves
Cismaan
Baby snake; devoted companion
Dalmar
Versatile; multi-talented
Dayib
The one who calls; summoner
Dugsiiye
The student; one who seeks knowledge
Gaas
Tree; the firmly rooted one
Garaad
Wisdom; understanding
Geedi
Traveler; one who journeys
Ghanim
Winner; successful one
Guled
Lucky; fortunate
Hirsi
Amulet; protection; good luck charm
Idiris
Studious; interpreter
Jaamac
Gathering; one who brings together
Jaamac
Gatherer; he who unites
Jimcaale
The beauty of camels; the precious one
Kooshin
Growth; increase
Liibaan
Victory; success
Liiban
Successful; triumphant
Maalim
Teacher; the learned one
Mahad
Praise; gratitude
Maxamed
Praised; praiseworthy
Mukhtar
The chosen one; the selected
Muuse
Moses; drawn from water
Nuur
Light; divine radiance
Qaalib
Victor; conqueror
Rooble
Rain-bringer; blessed rain
Sacad
Good fortune; happiness
Samatar
One who can do everything; the capable one
Sharmarke
He who brings good news
Shire
The wanderer; nomad spirit
Suldaan
Sultan; ruler
Tawane
Born in the desert; nomad
Warsame
Good tidings; bringer of news
Xasan
Handsome; good
Xuseen
Handsome; small beauty
Yonis
Dove; peace bringer
Yusuf
God will increase (Joseph)
Khotso
Peace
Khotso
Peace
Lehlohonolo
Luck; good fortune
Lereko
Offering; sacrifice
Makhetha
The chosen one
Mohato
Footstep; leader who walks ahead
Mojalefa
Heir; successor
Molefe
One who passes by; traveller
Motlatsi
Helper; one who helps
Motsamai
Traveller; wanderer
Setshaba
Nation; people
Teboho
Gratitude; thankfulness
Thabiso
Bring joy; cause happiness
Thabo
Joy; happiness
Tseliso
Consolation; comfort
Tshepo
Hope; trust
Tshepo
Hope; trust
Swahili
View all Swahili names →Abasi
Stern; serious
Adili
Just; righteous
Amiri
Prince; commander
Athumani
The third caliph; devout follower
Azizi
Precious; dear one
Bahari
Ocean; sea; vastness
Bakari
One who will succeed; noble oath
Baraka
Blessing
Bimkubwa
Great thing
Bwana
Master; sir
Chafu
Quick; fast
Changamwe
One who perseveres
Chuma
Iron; wealth; strong
Darweshi
Saintly; devout one
Daudi
Beloved one
Dhamana
Guarantee; assurance; pledge
Enzi
Power; authority
Fadhili
Kindness; virtue; grace
Hafidh
Guardian; protector
Hafidhi
Protected; preserved
Hamadi
Praised; commended
Hamisi
Born on Thursday
Hisani
Charitable; benevolent
Hodari
Powerful; capable
Hodari
Strong; powerful; capable
Issa
God is our salvation
Jabari
Brave; fearless
Jaha
Dignity; stature
Jamil
Handsome; beautiful
Jasiri
Brave; courageous
Jelani
Mighty; powerful
Juma
Born on Friday
Kanuni
Law; principle; rule
Kapera
A sign; an omen
Khamisi
Born on Thursday
Kiano
Full of life; tools of the wind
Kiburi
Pride; dignity
Kifalme
Kingdom; royalty; sovereignty
Kiongozi
Leader; guide; one who leads
Kipchoge
Born near the grain store
Kito
Precious; jewel
Kumari
Prince; the noble child
Makini
Calm and composed; serene
Maskini
Humble; modest
Mkali
Fierce; sharp
Mosi
Firstborn
Mwalimu
Teacher
Mwamba
Strong; rock-like
Mzee
Elder; the wise old one
Nadhiri
Vow; pledge; promise
Nahodha
Ship captain
Nguvu
Strength; power; might
Omari
God the highest; flourishing
Rafiki
Friend; companion; comrade
Rajabu
Born in the month of Rajab
Rashid
Rightly guided; wise
Rashidi
Wise counselor; rightly guided
Sadiki
Faithful; truthful; sincere
Salim
Safe; peaceful
Sefu
Sword; protector
Shujaa
Hero; brave warrior
Sudi
Luck; good fortune
Taji
Crown; royal headpiece
Tajiri
Rich; wealthy; prosperous
Tau
Lion
Tawfiq
Success; divine guidance to success
Thabiti
A true man; steadfast
Uhuru
Freedom; independence; liberty
Ushindi
Victory; triumph
Zahir
Shining; brilliant; visible
Zamu
Guardian; protector
Zuberi
Strong; powerful
Tigrinya
View all Tigrinya names →Amaniel
God is with us
Amanuel
God is with us
Awet
Victory; triumph
Bereket
Blessing; abundance
Dawit
Beloved; David
Efrem
Fruitful; productive
Ermias
God will uplift
Filmon
Beloved; dear one
Ghideon
Mighty warrior; great destroyer
Goitom
My Lord; master
Hagos
Joy; happiness
Henok
Dedicated; consecrated
Kibrom
Glory; honour
Kidane
Covenant; promise
Kidane
Covenant; promise
Medhanie
Savior; redeemer
Mehari
Merciful; compassionate
Nahom
Comfort; consolation
Rezene
Elder; wise one
Robel
God is my judge
Tesfay
My hope
Tewelde
Born; brought forth
Yonas
Dove; Jonah
Yonatan
God has given
Tswana
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It has been built well
Kabelo
Gift; portion given
Kago
Fence; protection
Leetile
One who has come; arrival
Lefika
Rock; foundation
Letsatsi
Sun; day
Mmoloki
Saviour; deliverer
Moagi
Builder; one who builds
Modise
Shepherd; caretaker
Mothusi
Helper; one who assists
Oteng
He/she is mine
Pako
Salvation; rescue
Phenyo
Victory; triumph
Ablaye
Servant of God; devoted one
Alioune
The exalted; the high one
Alla
Fourth-born son
Assane
Beautiful; handsome (from Hassan)
Assane
Beautiful; good
Babacar
Father of Abu Bakr; noble lineage
Badou
Seventh-born son
Biram
Abraham; father of nations
Birane
The devoted one; the pious
Cheikh
Elder; learned man; sheikh
Dabakh
The victorious one
Dembo
The patient one; he who endures
Diabel
Born at the river
Diaga
Healer; medicine man
Fall
From the royal family; noble lineage
Gorgui
Elder; respected old man
Ibou
Follower; devotee (from Ibrahim)
Ibra
Father of many; exalted father
Ibrahima
Father of nations
Lamine
Trustworthy; faithful (from Al-Amin)
Lamine
Trustworthy; faithful
Lat
Fifth-born son
Maguette
The welcomed one
Malick
King; sovereign
Mamadou
Praised; praiseworthy
Massamba
Honored second-born
Mbacké
The blessed city; holy one
Meissa
Shining one; radiant
Modou
Praised one (from Muhammad)
Moussa
Drawn from water; Moses
Moustapha
The chosen one; the selected
Ousmane
Trustworthy; faithful
Ousseynou
Beautiful; handsome
Pape
Father; elder (honorific)
Pathé
Third-born son
Samba
Second-born son
Serigne
Religious leader; the learned one
Souleymane
Peace; Solomon
Tacko
Born during the rainy season
Tidiane
Follower of the Tijaniyya way
Wagane
Born in prosperity
Waly
Saint; holy friend of God
Yerim
King; sovereign ruler
Youssou
God will increase (from Joseph)
Athenkosi
Thanks to God; praise the Lord
Avile
Welcome; let them come
Banele
They are enough; they are plenty
Bangile
They have widened; expansion
Bonga
Give praise; worship
Bulelani
Give thanks; be grateful
Camagu
Peace be upon us; blessings
Chumani
Dewdrop; morning dew
Dumisa
Praise; glorify
Gcobani
Be healed; mend
Gwiji
Expert; master; the accomplished one
Inathi
With us; among us
Jongisizwe
Look after the nation; nation guardian
Kwezi
Morning star; rising star
Litha
Be gentle; patience
Loyiso
Victory; triumph
Lubabalo
Grace; divine favor
Lubabalo
Grace; favour
Lunga
Righteous; good
Luvuyo
Happiness; joy
Mxolisi
Peacemaker; the one who brings peace
Mzamo
Attempt; endeavor
Nkosiyabo
God is theirs; the Lord belongs to them
Qamata
Supreme being; the almighty
Sivuyile
We are glad; we rejoice
Siyabulela
We are thankful
Thembinkosi
Trust in God; hope in the Lord
Wonga
Be grateful; thanksgiving
Xolile
Be at peace; forgiveness
Yoruba
View all Yoruba names →Abayomi
Born to bring me joy
Abejide
Born during winter rains
Abisogun
Born during war; child of conflict times
Abolaji
Born into honour
Abolore
One who walks with honor
Adebayo
The crown meets joy
Adedeji
The crown has become double; royalty doubled
Adediran
The crown has become a heritage
Adegbola
The crown meets honour
Adegoke
The crown ascends higher
Adejumo
The crown has value; royalty is precious
Adekunle
The crown fills the house
Adeniyi
The crown has prestige
Adesanya
The crown rewards suffering
Adetayo
The crown brings joy; royalty is happiness
Adetokunbo
The crown has come from across the sea
Adewale
The crown has come home
Adeyemi
The crown befits me; royalty suits me
Afolabi
Born into high status; child of honor
Ajani
He who wins the struggle
Ajayi
Born face-down
Ajibola
One who woke up with wealth
Akanbi
One who is deliberately born
Akande
One who arrives with purpose; first to arrive
Akanni
Our encounter brings profit
Akinola
Bravery is honorable; valor has prestige
Akintunde
Bravery has returned
Akinwale
Bravery comes home; valor arrives
Akogun
A warrior of valour
Alade
Owner of the crown
Atanda
One who is created for a purpose
Ayokunle
Joy fills the home
Ayoniyi
Joy stands tall
Babatunde
Father has returned
Bayo
Joy finds us; happiness has met us
Damilare
God has vindicated me
Durodola
Wait for wealth
Durosimi
Wait and bury me
Durotimi
Wait for me; stay and wait
Fehintola
Lean on wealth
Femi
Love me; God loves me
Ilesanmi
My home is blessed; the house has merit
Isokun
There is no weeping
Jide
Hold or embrace the arrival
Kayode
He brought joy
Obafemi
The king loves me
Obaloluwa
God is my king
Obatala
King of the white cloth; creator deity
Ogunbanjo
Ogun has helped me again
Ogunlade
Ogun has arrived
Ogunwale
The god of iron has come home
Oladapo
Wealth joins together
Oladele
Wealth has come home
Oladimeji
My wealth is doubled
Olaitan
Wealth never ends
Olanipekun
Wealth is not short
Olanrewaju
My wealth is the future; wealth moves forward
Olasubomi
Wealth has entered my life through this child
Olatokun
Wealth is worthy of celebration
Olayode
Wealth has arrived at the junction
Oloriade
My crown has glory
Olorunfemi
God loves me
Olorunto
God is sufficient; God alone is great
Olumide
God has arrived
Olusegun
God has conquered
Olusola
God has blessed
Oluwafemi
God loves me
Oluwagbemiga
God has lifted me up
Oluwakayode
God brings joy
Oluwole
God has entered this home
Omololu
Child is God's treasure
Osasuyi
God hears; God is not deaf
Owolabi
Wealth has entered
Rotimi
Stay with me
Sangodele
Sango has come home
Sunkanmi
Draw near to me
Wole
Enter this house; come home
Andile
They have extended; the family has grown
Ayabonga
They are thankful
Bambatha
One who holds or embraces
Bhekithemba
Watch over our hope
Bhekizizwe
Watch over the nations
Bongani
Be grateful; give thanks
Bonginkosi
Thank the Lord; give thanks to God
Bongumusa
Thank you, graceful one
Dingane
One who searches; the seeker
Funani
Desire; wish
Gatsha
Small branch; young shoot
Hlumelo
Offshoot; new growth
Jabulani
Be happy; rejoice
Jabulani
Be happy; rejoice
Khulekani
Grow; flourish; develop
Kwanele
Enough; it is sufficient
Lindani
Wait; be patient
Lungelo
Right; justice; righteousness
Lwazi
Knowledge; wisdom; understanding
Makhosi
Chiefs; rulers
Makhosini
Place of kings
Mandla
Strength; power
Mduduzi
The comforter; one who consoles
Menzi
Creator; doer
Mfanafuthi
Another boy; a boy again
Mlungisi
The one who makes things right
Mnotho
Wealth; riches
Mpendulo
Answer; response; the reply
Msizi
Helper; assistant
Mthembu
Dust; of the earth
Muzikayise
Let the home be established
Mzwakhe
His home; his homestead
Ndumiso
Praise; fame; honor
Ngcebo
Grace; elegance; dignity
Nhlanhla
Luck; fortune
Njabulo
Happiness; joy
Nqaba
Fortress; stronghold
Ntuthuko
Progress; development
Phakamani
Stand up; rise; be uplifted
Philani
Be healthy; recover
Qinisela
Be determined; persevere
Sakhile
We have built; we have established
Sakhile
We have built
Sakhiseni
Build for us
Sakhumzi
Build our home
Samkelo
Welcome
Sandile
We have spread; we have extended
Sanele
We are satisfied; we have enough
Sibusiso
Blessing
Sifiso
Wish; desire; aspiration
Siphiwe
We have been given; a gift
Sipho
Gift
Sithembiso
Promise; pledge
Siyabonga
We are grateful; we give thanks
Sizwe
Nation; people; tribe
Thanduxolo
Love of peace; lover of tranquility
Themba
Hope; trust; faith
Thulani
Be quiet; be still; be at peace
Velile
The harvest; reaped one
Wandile
They have increased; grown in number
Xolani
Please forgive; be at peace
Zamokuhle
Try for beauty; strive for goodness
Zimele
Stand firm; be self-reliant
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