African Names
5,850 names found
Momar
African
Meaning
A male given name originating from West Africa, particularly among the Wolof people of Senegal. It is a variant of Omar, meaning 'flourishing, long-lived.'
Wakina
African
Meaning
Possible derivation or variant of Wakanda, which has roots in African culture. Alternatively, might have Native American influence. Meaning unclear.
Ija
African
Meaning
A short and sweet name; a diminutive of names like Indira or a modern invention.
Wale
African
Meaning
Yoruba (Nigerian) name meaning 'entered into the house'.
Momoreoluwa
African
Meaning
A Yoruba name from Nigeria, 'Momoreoluwa' translates to 'I have found goodness/favor in God.' It is a name of deep faith.
Ajoni
African
Meaning
Likely of African origin. No definitive meaning is widely established. Possibly a modern name.
Delaysha
African
Meaning
A modern, likely African-American name. A combination of 'De' and 'Laysha', of uncertain origin.
Keshonna
African
Meaning
Keshonna is a modern, likely invented name, potentially combining elements of other names, without a direct etymological meaning.
Senait
African
Meaning
An Eritrean/Ethiopian name of Tigrinya origin, meaning 'goodness' or 'beauty'.
Wanjiku
African
Meaning
A popular Kikuyu name (Kenya) meaning 'born during the planting season'.
Moneke
African
Meaning
A distinctive feminine name with potential African origins, possibly from a West African language such as Yoruba, carrying a unique cultural resonance.
Ijeoma
African
Meaning
Ijeoma is an Igbo name meaning 'good journey' or 'good trip'. It signifies a positive future.
Wanza
African
Meaning
Wanza is a name of African origin, particularly associated with East Africa. Its exact meaning varies, but is often tied to nature or a specific cultural significance.
Monifa
African
Meaning
A name of West African (Yoruba) origin, meaning 'I have come to have good fortune.' It is a positive and empowering name.
Watasha
African
Meaning
Likely a modern invented name, possibly with African American origins.
Chinonye
African
Meaning
An Igbo name from Nigeria, meaning 'God is with me'.
Wedu
African
Meaning
Likely of African origin, potentially connected to specific tribes or languages with meanings related to family or heritage.
Monioluwa
African
Meaning
A Yoruba name from Nigeria, meaning 'God has given me my portion' or 'God's gift'. It signifies divine favor and blessing.
Seniqua
African
Meaning
Likely a modern invented name, possibly blending sounds from various origins to create a unique African American name.
Wintana
African
Meaning
An Eritrean name possibly linked to Winter or 'Winta'. Its meaning is unclear, but associated with freshness.
Monterrio
African
Meaning
This masculine name is of American origin, a creative blend possibly combining elements like 'Mont' (mountain) and 'Terrio' or other rhythmic sounds. It's distinct and strong.
Wudase
African
Meaning
Likely an Ethiopian name, though specific meaning is unavailable without more context of the language used.
Ketia
African
Meaning
A modern, unique name with unknown definitive meaning, but likely of African or modern origin.
Sequena
African
Meaning
Likely a modern, invented name of unknown origin, with no established meaning. It may be inspired by similar sounding names.
Wykeisha
African
Meaning
Likely a modern invented name blending elements of popular names such as Wyke and Keisha.
Montravious
African
Meaning
A modern, invented name likely of African American origin, combining elements that suggest a strong and perhaps sophisticated individual.
Wykeshia
African
Meaning
Wykeshia is a modern, likely African American invented name. It's meaning is unknown but the "Wy" prefix is popular.
Ikemba
African
Meaning
An Igbo name, meaning 'strength' or 'power', often referring to someone of great skill.
Adedayo
African
Meaning
From Yoruba, meaning 'the crown turns to joy'.
Amaara
African
Meaning
Meaning 'grace' or 'beauty' in different languages.
Bamidele
African
Meaning
A Yoruba name meaning 'follow me home'.
Delvontae
African
Meaning
A modern invented name, likely a combination of 'Del-' with 'Vontae,' which could be a variant of 'Davonte' or 'Devonte'.
Ketra
African
Meaning
Ketra is a name of unknown origin, potentially a modern creation. Its meaning is not well-documented.
Serignesaliou
African
Meaning
A traditional Senegalese name, often given to members of the Mouride Brotherhood. It carries deep spiritual significance within that community.
Seroba
African
Meaning
Likely a modern, rare name of unknown origin, possibly a creative variation or diminutive.
Sesasi
African
Meaning
Likely a modern invented name of unknown origin and meaning.
Sesen
African
Meaning
Sesen is a name of Egyptian origin, meaning 'lotus flower'. The lotus was a symbol of rebirth and creation in ancient Egypt.
Demaj
African
Meaning
Likely a modern respelling or variation. The exact origin and meaning are not readily available.
Keyanah
African
Meaning
An invented name with no known origin or traditional meaning. It has a modern feel.
Set
African
Meaning
An Egyptian name referring to the ancient Egyptian god of chaos, storms, and the desert. It signifies power and strength.
Seti
African
Meaning
Seti is an Egyptian name, derived from the name of several Pharaohs. It's meaning is 'of Set' (a God in Egyptian mythology).
Bamlak
African
Meaning
Possibly Ethiopian/Eritrean in origin, meaning is currently uncertain.
Keyanta
African
Meaning
A modern name, likely of African-American origin, meaning is not definitively established.
Sewit
African
Meaning
Likely an Eritrean or Ethiopian name of Amharic origin, meaning "blessed" or "fortunate."
Keyante
African
Meaning
A modern, invented name, possibly a combination of sound or an African-American invention, with no direct meaning.
Ikeoluwa
African
Meaning
A Yoruba name meaning 'wealth/power of God'. A name that shows a connection to the divine.
Yakeisha
African
Meaning
A modern invented name, likely a combination of 'Ya' and 'Keisha'. Keisha is likely of African origin.
Chinwendu
African
Meaning
An Igbo name from Nigeria, meaning 'God owns life'.
Seydou
African
Meaning
A West African name, particularly common in Mali. Its exact meaning is not definitively known, but it carries cultural significance.
Keyasha
African
Meaning
A modern name, without a widely established meaning or origin. Often seen in African-American communities.
Seynabou
African
Meaning
Seynabou is a West African name, often associated with Senegal and Gambia, representing beauty and grace within the Wolof culture.
Seyram
African
Meaning
An Ewe name meaning "I have been favored" or "God has done well for me."
Demarquise
African
Meaning
Likely a modern, invented name combining elements of names like DeMarcus and Marquis.
Keyatta
African
Meaning
A modern name of likely African origin; meaning varies but can be linked to royalty or honor.
Shaasia
African
Meaning
A modern invented name, likely a variation or combination of other names like 'Asia' and 'Sha'.
Shaba
African
Meaning
Likely a modern invention. Possibly derived from or inspired by African or Middle Eastern sounds and patterns.
Keyetta
African
Meaning
A modern name, likely of African-American origin, with an unknown specific meaning, but possibly inspired by other names.
Shabaka
African
Meaning
Shabaka was an Egyptian pharaoh of the Twenty-fifth Dynasty of Egypt. The name may have an Egyptian meaning, although it's not fully known.
Amaari
African
Meaning
Likely a modern invented name possibly linked to Amari, a name with multiple origins. The meaning of Amari varies depending on origin.
Bangaly
African
Meaning
An African name, common in West Africa. No established meaning but carries cultural significance within those communities.