African Baby Names for Girls & Boys With Meanings - Page 10
Choosing a baby name is one of the most meaningful decisions for parents. Looking for the perfect African baby name with meanings for Boys & Girls?
African baby names are rich in history, culture, and symbolism, often reflecting heritage, family values, birth circumstances, and spiritual beliefs. At The ParentZ, we bring you a curated collection of African baby names for boys and girls with meanings, helping you find a name that is unique, meaningful, and easy to pronounce. Welcome to The ParentZ complete list of African Baby names. Thanks for choosing us, The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, Largest Baby names list, to find African names with meanings for your newborn or expected baby.
The formation of African names varies depending on the ethnic group and the country of origin. However, there are some commonalities in the naming conventions across the region.
In general, African names are often given based on the circumstances surrounding the birth of the child, the family's history, and the child's gender. In some cases, African names are also given based on the child's birth order or the family's social status
Our African baby name list includes traditional, modern, religious, popular, short, and trendy names from different African regions and cultures - all carefully organized to make your search simple and enjoyable.
You can explore African baby names: Alphabetically, By gender (boy, girl, unisex), By starting or ending letters, By meaning and origin. Click on any African baby name to view its meaning, origin, pronunciation, and related names.
African Baby Names by Gender
African Baby Names by Alphabet
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African Baby Names List
Explore unique African baby names for boys and girls with meanings. Discover traditional, modern, and popular African names at The ParentZ.
| Name | Gender | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
 Girl | Kainda means The Hunter's Daughter | |
| Girl | Kalere means Small Woman | |
| Girl | ||
| Girl | The name means Bright like the Moon | |
 Boy | Kamau means Silent Warrior | |
| Boy | Kame means Desolate, Arid | |
| Girl | Kande name means The Firstborn Female Child | |
| Boy | Kanelo name means Enough, Sufficent | |
| Girl | Kaniqua means Black Dress | |
| Girl | The name means Little Bird | |
| Boy | Kanye means Honor,Tribute | |
| Girl | Krasi means Life and Wisdom | |
 Unisex | The name means Success | |
| Boy | Kato means Pure, Unsullied, Elder | |
| Boy | Katungi name means Rich and Pure as a Virgin | |
| Girl | Kaula means Woman Prophet | |
| Girl | The loving one. | |
| Boy | Kayen name means He is Celebrated | |
| Girl | Kayin means The Child that has been Long Awaited | |
| Boy | Kayode means He has brought us Joy | |
| Boy | The name means Ash | |
| Boy | A mountain of beans. | |
| Boy | Keb means Part of the Eart | |
| Girl | Kecia means Great, Big Joy | |
| Girl | The name means the Flower of the Garden | |
| Girl | Came second or the second born child. | |
| Girl | Keisha name means She is a Favorite | |
| Girl | Keishla name means Her Life | |
| Unisex | Keita means Blessing in African and The Child was a Huge Gift | |
| Boy | Keldon menas Town of the Keels | |
| Girl | Kelenna means Town of Keels | |
| Unisex | Kendi means The one who is Loved and Cherised | |
| Girl | Kendy mens The One who is Loved a Lot | |
| Girl | Kenia means Greates. Also a Country in Africa | |
| Boy | Kenyi means a Son born after 3 daughters | |
| Girl | Born on the plain. | |
| Boy | Keshwar means Tribe | |
| Girl | The name means Earth-Bound | |
| Girl | The name means Lion | |
| Girl | Kessie means Chubby Baby | |
| Boy | African,Caribbean Prince or Moonlight; Dreamer | |
| Boy | ||
| Boy | Khari means Kingly | |
| Girl | Kia means Season is Beggining | |
| Girl | Kianga means The Beams of The SUn | |
| Girl | ||
| Girl | Kiden means A Girl born after 3 Boys | |
| Unisex | Kiho means Fog | |
| Unisex | Kijana means Youth | |
| Boy | The name means Warrior | |
About African Baby Names
African names vary widely based on ethnic groups, languages, and countries of origin.
In many African cultures, names are chosen based on:
- The circumstances surrounding the childβs birth
- Day or time of birth
- Family history and ancestry
- Cultural traditions and beliefs
- Gender and birth order
These naming traditions give African baby names deep personal and cultural significance.
