Africa
A-fri-kah
Popularity
#15287
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
Latin
Total Births
1,034
Peak Year
#76 in 1972
First Recorded
1969
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Africa is a geographical name, referring to the continent. Its origin is debated, but possibly from Latin 'aprica' meaning 'sunny' or a North African tribe name.
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
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