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Marjani

African

Girl

Meaning

A Swahili name meaning 'coral' or 'from the coral reefs'.

Rank #16764
rising

Meherima

African

Girl

Meaning

Meherima is a unique name with potential African (likely Swahili) roots, possibly signifying 'love' or 'affection'. It conveys warmth and deep emotion.

Rank #16798
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Mizani

African

Girl

Meaning

A Swahili name meaning 'balance' or 'justice'. It reflects fairness, equilibrium, and integrity.

Rank #16858
stable

Mlasi

African

Girl

Meaning

Mlasi is a rare name with uncertain origins, but it may have roots in African languages, potentially carrying a meaning related to light or joy.

Rank #16859
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Mojolaoluwa

African

Unisex

Meaning

A Yoruba name from Nigeria, meaning 'God has given me wealth' or 'God has given me riches.'

Rank #16860
falling

Molani

African

Girl

Meaning

Molani is a name of potentially African origin, often associated with meanings such as 'to be satisfied' or 'to have enough'.

Rank #16861
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Nakyla

African

Girl

Meaning

A modern name, possibly of African or American origin, with an invented sound. It often evokes strength and individuality.

Rank #16894
falling

Naledi

African

Girl

Meaning

Meaning 'star' in Sesotho, a language spoken by the Sotho people of Southern Africa. It signifies guidance and brilliance.

Rank #16896
stable

Ngone

African

Girl

Meaning

A feminine name from Senegal and Gambia, primarily of Wolof or Mandinka origin. It can mean 'daughter of a king' or refer to nobility and strength.

Rank #16940
rising

Nogaye

African

Girl

Meaning

A name of potentially African origin, with possible connections to words signifying joy, celebration, or abundance. It carries a vibrant and positive spirit.

Rank #16963
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Nyahri

African

Girl

Meaning

An uncommon name, possibly of African or invented origin, with a pleasant, rhythmic sound.

Rank #16978
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Nyemah

African

Girl

Meaning

Nyemah is a name of African origin, often associated with Swahili, meaning 'blessing' or 'gift.' It signifies good fortune and divine favor.

Rank #16979
falling

Nyeri

African

Girl

Meaning

A place name from Kenya, meaning 'mountain of brightness' or 'place of reeds' in the Kikuyu language.

Rank #16980
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Nyoni

African

Girl

Meaning

A Swahili name meaning 'bird.' It evokes freedom, grace, and a connection to nature, often associated with joy and lightness.

Rank #16988
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Nyri

African

Girl

Meaning

The origin of Nyri is unclear, but it has a contemporary and unique sound. It could be a modern invented name or a variation of other names.

Rank #16989
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Olachi

African

Girl

Meaning

This name is of Igbo origin from Nigeria and means 'God's work' or 'God's blessing'. It is a spiritual and affirmative name.

Rank #16996
rising

Olaedo

African

Girl

Meaning

This Igbo name from Nigeria means 'gold wealth.' It signifies preciousness and prosperity, often associated with abundance.

Rank #16997
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Oluwadabira

African

Girl

Meaning

A Yoruba name from Nigeria meaning 'God has shown me the way'. It signifies divine guidance and wisdom.

Rank #17003
falling

Oluwateniola

African

Girl

Meaning

Oluwateniola is a Yoruba (Nigerian) name meaning 'God has crowned me with wealth.' It is a deeply spiritual and aspirational name.

Rank #17006
falling

Oluwatoni

African

Unisex

Meaning

Oluwatoni is a Yoruba name from Nigeria, meaning 'God is satisfying' or 'the Lord is sufficient'.

Rank #17007
falling

Raila

African

Girl

Meaning

Raila is a name with debated origins, often associated with Finnish and Swahili. In Swahili, it can mean "night journey" or "wandering."

Rank #17073
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Rasta

African

Girl

Meaning

Refers to the Rastafarian movement, an Afrocentric religion originating in Jamaica. It embodies spirituality, peace, and unity.

Rank #17085
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Rougui

African

Girl

Meaning

This is a name with roots in West Africa, likely from the Mandinka language. It often signifies strength or protection.

Rank #17148
rising

Sakara

African

Girl

Meaning

Meaning is uncertain, potentially a modern invented name with Egyptian influences. Sakara refers to a vast, ancient burial ground in Egypt.

Rank #17186
stable

Salamata

African

Girl

Meaning

A female given name from Africa.

Rank #17191
rising

Shacarri

African

Girl

Meaning

A modern invented name, possibly blending 'Sha-' with sounds from other names like 'Kari' or 'Sakari'.

Rank #17251
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Simisola

African

Girl

Meaning

Meaning 'rest in wealth' in Yoruba.

Rank #17290
stable

Sumayo

African

Girl

Meaning

Origin is not well documented, possibly Somali or East African. Meaning is currently unknown.

Rank #17336
falling

Tarai

African

Girl

Meaning

Likely a modern, invented name; potentially with roots in similar sounding names or places.

Rank #17372
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Tazara

African

Girl

Meaning

Origin and meaning are uncertain; possibly a modern invented name or a regional variation.

Rank #17385
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Temilade

African

Girl

Meaning

Temilade is a Yoruba name meaning "the crown has come" or "my crown has arrived."

Rank #17391
rising

Teniola

African

Girl

Meaning

Of Yoruba (Nigerian) origin, often meaning 'mine is wealth' or 'mine is worthy'.

Rank #17392
falling

Teyla

African

Girl

Meaning

Likely a modern invented name, possibly a short form or variant of other names with 'Tey' sound. No established meaning.

Rank #17400
stable

Timani

African

Girl

Meaning

Possibly a modern name with uncertain origin; could be related to Imani, Swahili for "faith."

Rank #17418
rising

Traniyah

African

Girl

Meaning

Likely a modern invented name. The 'Tra-' prefix is frequently used. The suffix '-niyah' appears to be a modern elaboration.

Rank #17427
falling

Ungwa

African

Girl

Meaning

This name could possibly be of African origin, although specific etymology is difficult to confirm. It may relate to concepts of community.

Rank #17450
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Urenna

African

Girl

Meaning

Urenna is an Igbo name from Nigeria meaning 'father's pride'. It signifies the joy and honor a child brings to their family.

Rank #17451
rising

Vitani

African

Girl

Meaning

Likely inspired by Swahili or a similar African language, the name echoes vitality or life force.

Rank #17484
rising

Xolanii

African

Girl

Meaning

Likely a modern, invented name with no established meaning. Its sound suggests possible African or Hawaiian influences.

Rank #17525
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Yemaryam

African

Girl

Meaning

Yemaryam is a combination of 'Yema' (originating from the Yoruba language) and 'Maryam' (an Arabic variation of Mary), meaning 'mother' and 'bitter' or 'rebellious' respectively.

Rank #17553
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Yemi

African

Girl

Meaning

Of Yoruba origin, meaning 'befits me' or 'it suits me.'

Rank #17554
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Zamariya

African

Girl

Meaning

Zamariya is likely a modern, invented name with no clear etymological origin. It possibly blends elements from different names.

Rank #17592
stable

Zayleah

African

Girl

Meaning

Likely a modern invented name, possibly a variant of Zelia or combining sounds from other popular names. Meaning not definitively known.

Rank #17605
falling

Zenani

African

Girl

Meaning

Likely of African origin, possibly Zulu, but specific meaning is unconfirmed. Often associated with strength and heritage.

Rank #17621
rising

Bawitha

African

Boy

Meaning

The name has unknown origin. It could potentially be a modern creation with roots in different cultures.

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Bassirou

African

Boy

Meaning

West African name meaning 'seer' or 'one who sees'.

extinct

Ahmoni

African

Girl

Meaning

Likely a modern, invented name. No established meaning or origin.

falling

Bayek

African

Boy

Meaning

While meaning varies, Bayek evokes strength and connection to ancient Egyptian origins, as seen in the video game character.

new

Bayete

African

Boy

Meaning

A Zulu royal salute, meaning 'Hail!' or 'I salute you'.

extinct

Adefolarin

African

Boy

Meaning

A Yoruba name meaning 'the crown walks in wealth'. It signifies nobility and prosperity.

new

Ahmonie

African

Girl

Meaning

Ahmonie is likely a modern, created name. It may derive inspiration from sounds found in names like Armoni or Harmony.

extinct

Amaara

African

Girl

Meaning

Meaning 'grace' or 'beauty' in different languages.

new

Beimnet

African

Girl

Meaning

An Ethiopian name possibly meaning 'of the house'.

new

Benyam

African

Boy

Meaning

Ethiopian form of Benjamin, meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'son of the south'.

extinct

Beshoy

African

Boy

Meaning

Beshoy is an Egyptian Coptic name, derived from Saint Pishoy, a desert father. It means 'of Pishoy' or 'belonging to Pishoy'.

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Betiel

African

Girl

Meaning

Betiel is a name of Ethiopian origin, thought to be derived from the Hebrew name Bethel, which means 'house of God'.

new

Biafra

African

Girl

Meaning

Refers to the Bight of Biafra, a bay off the coast of Nigeria; also the name of a secessionist state.

extinct

Biak

African

Unisex

Meaning

Biak is a name likely originating from Indonesia, particularly the island of Biak, and has no concrete known meaning outside of location reference.

falling

Amanni

African

Girl

Meaning

A variation of Imani. Imani is of Swahili origin, meaning 'faith'.

rising

Bezawit

African

Girl

Meaning

An Ethiopian name, likely from Amharic, meaning 'sun' or 'my sun'.

falling
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