African Names Starting With Z
Browse 55 African names beginning with the letter Z, grouped by cultural origin. Each name carries deep meaning and connects to rich traditions across the continent.
Amharic
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femaleFlower; blossom; shining one
Zahir
maleShining; brilliant; visible
Zahra
femaleFlower; radiant
Zamu
maleGuardian; protector
Zawadi
femaleGift
Zawiya
femaleCorner; sacred place; retreat
Zena
femaleBeautiful; ornament
Ziada
femaleAbundance; increase
Zubeda
femaleThe best; the chosen one
Zuberi
maleStrong; powerful
Zuri
femaleBeautiful
Zamokuhle
maleTry for beauty; strive for goodness
Zandile
femaleThey have multiplied
Zanele
femaleThey are enough; sufficient
Zanemvula
femaleBorn during the rain; child of rain
Zenande
femaleThey have increased; abundance
Zenzele
unisexDo it yourself; self-reliant
Zethembe
unisexHave hope; trust
Zimele
maleStand firm; be self-reliant
Zinhle
femaleBeautiful; good
Zinqobile
femaleWe have conquered; victorious
Zoleka
femaleBe calm; peaceful
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