African Baby Names for Girls & Boys With Meanings - Page 11
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
Browse names conveniently using alphabetical filters to quickly find names that start or end with your preferred letters.
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 | Kimani means One who is Beautiful and Sweet | |
| Girl | Kimmie means Rock with Diamonds | |
 Boy | Kimoni means Great Man | |
| Girl | Means Great Woman | |
| Boy | Kimotho means Left-Handed | |
| Girl | Kimya means Silent | |
 Unisex | Kinfe means Wings | |
| Unisex | Kione name means He came from Nowhere | |
| Girl | The one who sees and finds things. | |
| Unisex | Kirabo means The One who is a Gift of the God | |
| Boy | Means The King | |
| Unisex | Kitoko means Holder of the Beauty | |
| Boy | Kofi means He is born on a Friday | |
| Boy | Kojo means Born on Monday | |
| Boy | Kosi means He who is Born on a Sunday | |
| Girl | Kubwa means Large | |
| Girl | Kumani means Destiny | |
| Girl | Th name means Third Born Child | |
| Unisex | The name means Giving Thanks | |
| Boy | Kwabena means Born onThuesday | |
| Boy | The name means Born on Monday | |
| Boy | Boy born on Wednesday | |
| Girl | One who was born while crossing a river. | |
| Boy | A Boy who is born on Saturday | |
| Boy | Kwanza means Beginning, Birth | |
| Girl | Kya means Diamond in the Sky | |
| Girl | The name means Diamon brearing Rock | |
| Boy | A quiet, shy person | |
| Girl | A woman sho is silent, quiet and calm | |
| Boy | African word for King | |
| Girl | To bring forth, to come closer | |
| Girl | African word meaning to bring | |
| Boy | The one who embarks on an adventure | |
| Girl | A person who rejects | |
| Boy | A wealth that has increased, grown | |
| Girl | ||
| Boy | A cultivated person | |
| Boy | He who is like a Lion | |
| Girl | A ray of light, a beam of light | |
| Girl | Beautiful person | |
| Boy | African tree; happiness | |
| Boy | ||
| Girl | A person who has waited a long time, patient person | |
| Boy | African - One who is awarded a medal; Defender of mankind | |
| Boy | Egyptian name for Lion | |
| Girl | African mythology name, supreme mother goddess | |
| Unisex | Sharing a conversation, talking | |
| Boy | African name meaning Love is beautiful | |
| Girl | Name given for pearls or gems found in an ocean | |
| Unisex | Love is always there | |
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.
