African Names
5,850 names found
Oluwadamilola
African
Meaning
A Yoruba name from Nigeria, meaning 'God has given me abundance' or 'God has given me wealth.' It is a compound name expressing gratitude.
Oluwadunsin
African
Meaning
This Yoruba name from Nigeria means "God is sweet to me" or "God is enjoyable." It expresses gratitude and praise for divine blessings.
Oluwatamilore
African
Meaning
Oluwatamilore is a Yoruba name from Nigeria, meaning 'God has given me something to enjoy' or 'God has blessed me.' It is a name of gratitude and divine favor.
Oluwatise
African
Meaning
A Yoruba name meaning 'God has written' or 'God has created'. It signifies divine destiny and divine artistry.
Oluwatobi
African
Meaning
A Yoruba name from Nigeria, meaning 'God is enough' or 'God is sweet'. 'Oluwa' means God, and 'tobi' means enough or sweet.
Oluwatobiloba
African
Meaning
Oluwatobiloba is a Yoruba (African) name meaning 'God is the king/owner of everything.' It is a deeply spiritual and reverent name.
Omavi
African
Meaning
Omavi is a name of African origin, possibly from the Shona language of Zimbabwe, meaning 'God is my strength'.
Oshae
African
Meaning
Oshae is a name of possibly African origin, with meanings that can vary but often convey strength or resilience.
Rahsaan
African
Meaning
Rahsaan is a name of debated origin, often cited as possibly African or Arabic, with meanings like 'handsome' or 'one who brings good news'.
Sifa
African
Meaning
Means 'healing' or 'medicine' in Swahili.
Simani
African
Meaning
May be a modern name or a variation of Simone, a French name meaning 'hearkening'. Could also be inspired by Swahili or African names.
Tiwatope
African
Meaning
Of Yoruba origin, meaning 'our own is worthy of praise'.
Sangwa
African
Meaning
No known definitive meaning or origin.
Saquan
African
Meaning
Saquan is a modern, likely American, name of unknown meaning. It is considered a created name.
Shabani
African
Meaning
Derived from the Swahili language. It denotes someone who was born during the month of Shaban, which is the eighth month in the Islamic calendar.
Zakara
African
Meaning
Zakara is a modern invented name. It does not have a well-established meaning, so it's often chosen for its aesthetic appeal.
Zamoni
African
Meaning
Likely a modern, created name with unknown meaning, potentially with African influences.
Zanyiah
African
Meaning
Modern invented name, possibly a variation of Zaniah or a blend of other names. No established meaning.
Shukuru
African
Meaning
Means 'gratitude' or 'thanks' in Swahili.
Siyere
African
Meaning
Likely a modern, invented name with no firmly established meaning or etymology; possibly of African origin.
Zuriana
African
Meaning
Elaborated form of Zuri, meaning 'beautiful' in Swahili, combined with the suffix '-ana'.
Zurianna
African
Meaning
A modern invented name, likely a combination of 'Zuri' (Swahili for 'beautiful') and 'Anna' (Hebrew for 'grace').
Zuriella
African
Meaning
Zuriella is a modern invented name, likely a blend of 'Zuri' (Swahili for 'beautiful') and the popular suffix 'ella,' creating 'beautiful little one'.
Surafel
African
Meaning
An Ethiopian name, likely related to the Biblical Seraphim. Meaning 'burning one' or 'fiery one', referring to angels.
Adenike
African
Meaning
Adenike is a Yoruba name meaning "the crown has affection" or "one cherished like a crown." It signifies someone precious and highly regarded.
Temiloluwa
African
Meaning
A Yoruba name meaning "The Lord is mine".
Ahzani
African
Meaning
Ahzani is a modern invented name. Its exact origin and meaning are uncertain, likely a created name.
Toluwani
African
Meaning
Of Yoruba (Nigerian) origin, meaning 'God is with us' or 'God is the Lord'. It is a strong expression of faith.
Toure
African
Meaning
A West African surname, likely derived from a clan name, signifying ancestry and heritage.
Akeza
African
Meaning
Meaning unknown.
Akia
African
Meaning
The meaning of Akia is not definitively known, but it is believed to be of African origin.
Akyli
African
Meaning
Most likely a modern, invented name, meaning is unclear. Could have roots in African or Arabic names.
Tyreik
African
Meaning
A modern invented name, likely a combination of Ty and a phonetic spelling variation of names ending in -ric or -rique. No established historical meaning.
Tyrice
African
Meaning
Tyrice is a modern invented name, possibly a variant of Tyrone combined with Maurice. It is commonly used in the African American community.
Uchenna
African
Meaning
Uchenna is an Igbo name from Nigeria, meaning 'God's will' or 'father's will'.
Ugochukwu
African
Meaning
An Igbo name from Nigeria meaning "God's glory/grace."
Amariyana
African
Meaning
A modern invented name, likely a combination of 'Amari' (meaning 'strength' in Yoruba) and 'yana'.
Vashawn
African
Meaning
Vashawn is a modern, created name likely of American origin. There is no well-established meaning.
Amunet
African
Meaning
Amunet is derived from Ancient Egyptian, meaning 'the hidden one.' She was the female counterpart to Amun, a major deity in the Egyptian pantheon.
Yacouba
African
Meaning
An African form of Jacob, meaning 'supplanter' in Hebrew.
Yahmari
African
Meaning
Yahmari appears to be a modern invented name, likely a combination of sounds and letter patterns. Its exact origin and meaning are not widely established.
Yeabsira
African
Meaning
Ethiopian name meaning "God multiplies"
Zaiyre
African
Meaning
Likely a creative spelling of Zaire, referring to the Zaire River in Africa.
Zuma
African
Meaning
Of uncertain origin, possibly Basque meaning 'leader' or of African origin associated with movement.
Zykai
African
Meaning
Likely a modern, invented name, possibly a combination of sounds from other popular names.
Zymari
African
Meaning
Modern, likely a created name. No direct etymological meaning, but invokes strong, unique sounds.
Ayonna
African
Meaning
Likely a modern invented name, possibly with African origins. Its exact meaning is not definitively known.
Abdulai
African
Meaning
Abdulai is an African name, a variation of Abdullahi, meaning "servant of God" in Arabic.
Abdulaye
African
Meaning
Abdulaye is a West African name, a variant of Abdullah, meaning 'servant of God' in Arabic.
Abwe
African
Meaning
The meaning and origin of this name is unclear. It could possibly be African, but further research is needed.
Addax
African
Meaning
The name refers to a critically endangered antelope found in the Sahara desert, known for its spiral horns.
Addis
African
Meaning
Associated with Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia, meaning 'new flower' in Amharic.
Adebola
African
Meaning
Yoruba name (Nigerian) meaning 'the crown meets honor' or 'the crown is honorable'.
Bineta
African
Meaning
Bineta is a name primarily of West African origin, particularly in Senegal and Gambia. Its exact meaning varies but often relates to family or community significance.
Adedamola
African
Meaning
Adedamola is a Yoruba name from Nigeria, meaning "the crown has mixed with wealth" or "the crown has become wealthy."
Adeyemi
African
Meaning
Adeyemi is a Yoruba name from Nigeria, meaning 'the crown befits me'. It is a name traditionally given to royalty or children with a noble destiny.
Afari
African
Meaning
Afari is a name possibly derived from African origins; meanings vary but are often linked to 'bravery' or 'strength'.
Ajahni
African
Meaning
A modern invented name, possibly with African-American influences. No clear etymological roots, but may be associated with positive attributes.
Akarri
African
Meaning
Likely a modern invented name, possibly inspired by African origins with an emphasis on individuality and strength.
Chidinma
African
Meaning
An Igbo name meaning 'God is good' or 'God is beautiful'.