Discover unique African baby names with deep cultural and modern appeal. Trending African names like Brenya (meaning 'Fairy Princess'), Janasha (symbolizing 'Hope Of Citizens'), and Nazyia (representing 'A Mother'') blend traditional values with contemporary style. These names reflect African rich naming traditions while aligning with 2023 parenting trends seeking meaningful, gender-neutral options like Ekua and Lamla. Explore our African list of 1000+ names with regional popularity insights and sibling-pairing suggestions.
| # | Baby Names | Meanings | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Mufasa Popularity: 3471 |
King | |
| 2. | Korso Popularity: 444 |
Noble | |
| 3. | Brenya Popularity: 5139 |
Fairy Princess | |
| 4. | Kesse Popularity: 5266 |
Chubby One | |
| 5. | Jamariah Popularity: 3216 |
Thanks | |
| 6. | Ekundayo Popularity: 5357 |
Sorrow Becomes Happiness | |
| 7. | Rapelang Popularity: 2451 |
Answer | |
| 8. | Staji Popularity: 1314 |
Star | |
| 9. | Lamesha Popularity: 4508 |
Queen | |
| 10. | Dmya Popularity: 3035 |
Girl Of Knowledge | |
| 11. | Quintarius Popularity: 4864 |
Funny | |
| 12. | Zykerria Popularity: 4932 |
Pretty | |
| 13. | Janasha Popularity: 3074 |
Hope Of Citizens | |
| 14. | Chinua Popularity: 5572 |
GoD's blessings' | |
| 15. | Katisha Popularity: 5790 |
Who Is Favored By God | |
| 16. | Jahliyah Popularity: 2024 |
My Name Means The Gift Of God | |
| 17. | Kashaun Popularity: 3278 |
Truth Knowledge Powerful | |
| 18. | Byaruhanga Popularity: 3663 |
God’s Own | |
| 19. | Markiesha Popularity: 4163 |
Favorite; Cassia; Cinnamon | |
| 20. | Abeeku Popularity: 5364 |
One Who Is Born On Wednesday | |
| 21. | Sanusi Popularity: 4910 |
Tradition, Follower Of Sufism | |
| 22. | Ekua Popularity: 2067 |
Wednesday Born | |
| 23. | Twesigye Popularity: 4225 |
Let’s Trust In God | |
| 24. | Nafuna Popularity: 5012 |
Breech Birth | |
| 25. | Lamla Popularity: 2568 |
Gentle, Soft | |
| 26. | Dontel Popularity: 4672 |
Greatness, Glory, The World Is Yours! | |
| 27. | Okpara Popularity: 5570 |
First Born | |
| 28. | Nazyia Popularity: 2598 |
A Mother's Love | |
| 29. | Sukutai Popularity: 5315 |
Hug | |
| 30. | Taevion Popularity: 5540 |
Taevion Is A Person A Great Personality And That Care About People | |
| 31. | Dequarius Popularity: 4952 |
Gift or god | |
| 32. | Shanetta Popularity: 3389 |
Beautiful | |
| 33. | Kwayera Popularity: 4529 |
Appearance | |
| 34. | Braniyah Popularity: 5331 |
Girl Name Loyal | |
| 35. | Kawana Popularity: 3870 |
Born Beautiful | |
| 36. | Dreshaun Popularity: 2021 |
A Righteous Star | |
| 37. | Ayanah Popularity: 4059 |
God's Gift | |
| 38. | Kentavius Popularity: 5276 |
Bright Boy | |
| 39. | Rafiki Popularity: 4321 |
A Beloved Friend | |
| 40. | Bolie Popularity: 512 |
Life | |
| 41. | Dajanae Popularity: 3777 |
God Is Gracious | |
| 42. | Wanyika Popularity: 4134 |
Of The Bush | |
| 43. | Nasiche Popularity: 3371 |
Given Life During The | |
| 44. | Ife Popularity: 2581 |
Woman Of Love | |
| 45. | Jakhari Popularity: 4253 |
Gift Of God | |
| 46. | Aduke Popularity: 2246 |
Much Loved | |
| 47. | Jonasia Popularity: 4805 |
The Golden Child | |
| 48. | Othiamba Popularity: 2101 |
Born In The Afternoon | |
| 49. | Deg Popularity: 2938 |
Generous Kindness | |
| 50. | Ebele Popularity: 3844 |
Compassion |
Dive into the spiritual significance of African names like Kashaun ('Truth Knowledge Powerful'), Okpara ('First Born'), and Jamariah ('Thanks') that carry profound philosophical meanings. Our guide analyzes name etymology from African to modern interpretations, helping parents choose names honoring cultural heritage while considering legal naming laws and pronunciation guides. Discover rare gems like Ekundayo (inspired by celestial bodies) and Katisha (symbolizing happiness) missing from mainstream lists.
Our aim is to provide parents with a comprehensive database of names for their children, where they can not only search for names but also discover their beautiful meanings.