Southern African Baby Names for Boys & Girls With Meanings (Complete A–Z List)
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Southern African names are often derived from Bantu languages and are often gender-specific
Southern African names are often given based on the circumstances surrounding the birth of the child. For example, a child born during a time of hardship may be named “Kagiso”, which means “peace” in Tswana
Southern African names may also be given based on the child’s gender. For example, the name “Lerato” is a common name for girls and means “love” in Sesotho
This collection has all Southern African Baby Names - traditional, modern, religious, trendy, popular, cute, short and sweet and easy to pronounce Southern African baby names to help you make the right choice!
You can explore Southern African baby names: Alphabetically (A–Z) By gender (boy, girl, unisex) By starting or ending letters By meaning and origin Click on any baby name to view its meaning, background, pronunciation, and related names.
Southern-African Baby Names by Gender
Southern-African Baby Names by Alphabet
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Southern African Baby Names List
| Name | Gender | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
 Girl | God is gracious one and she has answered the prayers and are prize possession | |
| Girl | To love and adore another person | |
 Unisex | A blessed person | |
| Girl | A bright star in the open sky | |
| Girl | Can be short from Aretha-meaning exellence and righteousness, or from Margaretha meaning pearl | |
| Unisex | A feeling of love | |
| Girl | A feeling of true happiness | |
| Unisex | One who has a faith | |
 Boy | He who is considered a gift |
