Discover unique African baby names with deep cultural and modern appeal. Trending African names like Jamariah (meaning 'Thanks'), Lamla (symbolizing 'Gentle, Soft'), and Roshawnda (representing 'Righteous, Original, Serious, Hopeful, Angelic, Work, Number One, Decisive, Adventure') 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 Ife and Jonasia. Explore our African list of 1000+ names with regional popularity insights and sibling-pairing suggestions.
# | Baby Names | Meanings | |
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1. | Brenya Popularity: 5139 |
Fairy Princess | |
2. | Kesse Popularity: 5266 |
Chubby One | |
3. | Jamariah Popularity: 3216 |
Thanks | |
4. | Lamesha Popularity: 4508 |
Queen | |
5. | Staji Popularity: 1314 |
Star | |
6. | Dmya Popularity: 3035 |
Girl Of Knowledge | |
7. | Zykerria Popularity: 4932 |
Pretty | |
8. | Janasha Popularity: 3074 |
Hope Of Citizens | |
9. | Katisha Popularity: 5790 |
Who Is Favored By God | |
10. | Jahliyah Popularity: 2024 |
My Name Means The Gift Of God | |
11. | Markiesha Popularity: 4163 |
Favorite; Cassia; Cinnamon | |
12. | Ekua Popularity: 2067 |
Wednesday Born | |
13. | Lamla Popularity: 2568 |
Gentle, Soft | |
14. | Nafuna Popularity: 5012 |
Breech Birth | |
15. | Nazyia Popularity: 2598 |
A Mother's Love | |
16. | Sukutai Popularity: 5315 |
Hug | |
17. | Shanetta Popularity: 3389 |
Beautiful | |
18. | Braniyah Popularity: 5331 |
Girl Name Loyal | |
19. | Kawana Popularity: 3870 |
Born Beautiful | |
20. | Ayanah Popularity: 4059 |
God's Gift | |
21. | Rafiki Popularity: 4321 |
A Beloved Friend | |
22. | Ife Popularity: 2581 |
Woman Of Love | |
23. | Wanyika Popularity: 4134 |
Of The Bush | |
24. | Nasiche Popularity: 3371 |
Given Life During The | |
25. | Jonasia Popularity: 4805 |
The Golden Child | |
26. | Dajanae Popularity: 3777 |
God Is Gracious | |
27. | Ebele Popularity: 3844 |
Compassion | |
28. | Roshawnda Popularity: 3966 |
Righteous, Original, Serious, Hopeful, Angelic, Work, Number One, Decisive, Adventure | |
29. | Aduke Popularity: 2246 |
Much Loved | |
30. | Donasia Popularity: 5387 |
Most Beautiful Creature On Earth! | |
31. | Shatoya Popularity: 4525 |
Of English-American Origin | |
32. | Deondrea Popularity: 4976 |
Strong Person | |
33. | Louam Popularity: 3071 |
Sleep Well | |
34. | Hadja Popularity: 5145 |
Love | |
35. | Sauda Popularity: 4938 |
Blessed With Good Fortune; Blessed With Happiness And Ease | |
36. | Latondra Popularity: 3397 |
Another Made-up Name That Means my Parents Should Have Stayed In School | |
37. | Aydrhianna Popularity: 5166 |
Dark, Rich One | |
38. | Pamojan Popularity: 2256 |
Togetherness | |
39. | Sheletha Popularity: 4017 |
Patient Humble | |
40. | Keishawna Popularity: 5794 |
Joyful Song | |
41. | Taiwana Popularity: 4130 |
' Loving'Loving | |
42. | Nyemah Popularity: 4646 |
Light And Love | |
43. | Tacora Popularity: 4024 |
Beloved Of Lord | |
44. | Serria Popularity: 3724 |
Serria Means Shield It Is A Maasai Name That Is Used To Present Strength, Infinite Courage, And The Ability To Protect Others | |
45. | Timiyah Popularity: 5302 |
Heaven, Paradise | |
46. | Makeila Popularity: 4081 |
My Gift | |
47. | Lashanta Popularity: 2079 |
Love Adventure Secret Humble Adorable Normal Try Authentic | |
48. | Aya Popularity: 5465 |
Phrase From The Holy Quran | |
49. | Amylah Popularity: 5678 |
A Gift From God | |
50. | Tinaye Popularity: 2585 |
A Unisex Name Meaning Gift Or Blessing |
Dive into the spiritual significance of African names like Shanetta ('Beautiful'), Ebele ('Compassion'), and Staji ('Star') 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 Dmya (inspired by celestial bodies) and Nazyia (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.