Boy Names from Africa

Let’s check out popular African boy names. Discover unique and traditional names full of culture and meaning. Perfect for parents seeking rich heritage names. Explore names like Amari, Kofi, and Kwame. Dive into beautiful names and choose the perfect one for your baby boy. 🌍

Anan

The name Anan is a boy's name meaning "cloud; fourth-born child".

Kehinde

The name Kehinde is both a boy's name and a girl's name of African, Nigerian, Yoruba origin, meaning "second-born of twins or one who falls behind".

Kwaku

The name Kwaku is a boy's name of African, Ghanan, Ghanaian origin, meaning "Born on a Wednesday".

Zuberi

The name Zuberi is a boy's name meaning "strong".

Dumi

The name Dumi is a boy's name meaning "praise".

Themba

The name Themba is a boy's name meaning "trust, hope".

Tendaji

The name Tendaji is a boy's name meaning "make things happen".

Okello

The name Okello is a boy's name of Ugandan origin, meaning "born after twins".

Rutendo

The name Rutendo is both a boy's name and a girl's name meaning "faith".

Ikenna

The name Ikenna is a boy's name meaning "father's power".

Lekan

The name Lekan is a boy's name meaning "my wealth has increased".

Tatenda

The name Tatenda is both a boy's name and a girl's name meaning "thank you".

Dakari

The name Dakari is a boy's name meaning "rejoice".

Masozi

The name Masozi is both a boy's name and a girl's name meaning "tears".

Kato

The name Kato is both a boy's name and a girl's name of African origin, meaning "second of twins".

Abanu

The name Abanu is a boy's name of African origin, meaning "I have joined the family".

Uzochi

The name Uzochi is a boy's name meaning "God's way".

Shango

The name Shango is a boy's name of African origin.

Unathi

The name Unathi is both a boy's name and a girl's name meaning "God is with us".

Bekele

The name Bekele is a boy's name of Amharic origin, meaning "growing".

Khamisi

The name Khamisi is a boy's name meaning "born on Thursday".

Nnamdi

The name Nnamdi is a boy's name meaning "my father is alive".

Farai

The name Farai is both a boy's name and a girl's name meaning "rejoice".

Tariku

The name Tariku is a boy's name meaning "his story".

Idi

The name Idi is a boy's name of African origin, meaning "born during the Idd festival".

Ejiro

The name Ejiro is both a boy's name and a girl's name meaning "praise God".

Bayo

The name Bayo is a boy's name of African origin, meaning "the crown meets joy".

Tafari

The name Tafari is a boy's name meaning "he who inspires awe".

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