African Boy Names With Meanings: page 3 of 10
1909 names with meanings and origins.
Page 3 of 10. Start from the first page for the top picks and an introduction to african boy names with meanings.
Unisex · African · “Make beauty from the crown for me”
Boy · African · “An Arabic name meaning meritorious and abundant. It characterizes a person who possesses great virtue, generosity, and excellence.”
Boy · African · “Reward favor; excellence; virtue; superiority; extra; grace; bounty, wisdom”
Boy · African · “This name of African and Arabic origin translates to the excellence or bounty of God.”
Boy · African · “This male name of African origin signifies someone who is successful or holds an elevated status.”
Boy · African · “Superabundance favor; generosity; grace; favour; beneficience; abundance”
Boy · African · “Surpassing excellent; superior, ascendant, outstanding”
Boy · African · “Fairoze means "turquoise precious stone," suggesting something rare and valuable. Your child, like a precious gem, is truly cherished and beautiful.”
Boy · African · “Derived from the African name Fakhri, it describes a person who is glorious and full of pride.”
Boy · African · “A name signifying someone who is meritorious, honorary, or glorious. It conveys a sense of pride and achievement within the community.”
Boy · African · “Derived from the Arabic word falah, this name signifies success, progress, and spiritual prosperity.”
Boy · African · “A name of African and Arabic origin that symbolizes success, progress, and the attainment of one's goals.”
Boy · African · “Derived from faqir, poor sufi mendicant; one who leads a life of piety; one who renounces the world”
Boy · African · “Rooted in African and Arabic traditions, this name refers to a poor Sufi mendicant who has renounced worldly possessions.”
Boy · African · “Derived from farasat, keen eye discernment”
Boy · African · “Faraaz means 'elevation', symbolizing a life of rising to challenges, reaching great heights, and achieving wonderful things.”
Boy · African · “Remedy; there have been men with this name”
Unisex · African · “Move closer to the crown”
Boy · African · “Keen eye discernment; perception, sagacity”
Boy · African · “An African name meaning elevation, height, or ascent, representing personal growth and rising to a higher status.”
Boy · African · “An African name derived from the Persian-influenced Farman. It signifies a decree, edict, or an official royal command.”
Boy · African · “This name means happy or auspicious, and is sometimes metaphorically linked to a young bird or new sprout.”
Boy · African · “A name of African origin meaning fluency or eloquence. It describes someone who is gifted with clear and persuasive speech.”
Boy · African · “This name refers to one who possesses fluency and eloquence in speech. It is of African origin and signifies a clear, expressive manner of communication.”
Boy · African · “Of African origin, this name describes someone who is eloquent, literary, and ample in their expression. It implies a person with a wide and articulate vocabulary.”
Boy · African · “Derived from fatin, clever smart; clever, smart”
Boy · African · “Opening introduction; victory; success; conquest; opening”
Boy · African · “Derived from 'fayyadh', this name means generous or liberal. It describes a person who is open-handed and bountiful in their giving.”
Boy · African · “A judge a separator of right and wrong; decisive”
Boy · African · “A variant of 'fayyadh', this name translates to generous and liberal. It denotes a person characterized by vast kindness and charitable spirit.”
Boy · African · “Fayyadh means 'generous, liberal,' a lovely name for a child who will be kind-hearted and open-handed.”
Unisex · African · “Rest/relax on wealth”
Boy · African · “love me (Yoruba)”
Unisex · African · “Give this (one) to God”
Boy · African · “Ransom sacrifice redemption; redemption, sacrifice”
Unisex · African · “Consecrated unto Jesus/God”
Unisex · African · “Consecrated unto Jesus/God”
Unisex · African · “Receive a crown with wealth”
Unisex · African · “Use money as a crown”
Boy · African · “A name of African origin, specifically from Malawi, which translates to the act of a journey.”
Boy · African · “Funsan is a Malawian name with a heartwarming meaning: 'request', symbolizing a cherished wish or prayer answered.”
Boy · African · “Derived from furqan, evidence proof; a criterion (for distinguishing truth from falsehood)”
Boy · African · “This name has African and Arabic roots meaning heart. It refers to the center of emotion, soul, and intellect.”
Unisex · African · “Enter a place with the crown”
Unisex · African · “Rest on God”
Unisex · African · “Ascend the throne with wealth”
Unisex · African · “Show off wealth”
Unisex · African · “Receive the crown”
Boy · African · “An African name derived from Ghaib, describing someone or something that is hidden, absent, or away.”
Boy · African · “An African name for males that translates to the lion, the king of the jungle.”
Boy · African · “An African name meaning hidden, absent, or away. It refers to something that is not currently visible or present.”
Boy · African · “Derived from ghasan, old arabic name; old arabic name”
Boy · African · “This name of African origin stems from Ghaib, meaning that which is hidden from view or currently away.”
Boy · African · “An Arabic name that means rain or to sprinkle with rain. It symbolizes the life-giving and refreshing nature of a downpour.”
Boy · African · “Derived from ghulam, slave servant; boy; servant”
Boy · African · “A name found in Arabic and African contexts meaning servant or youth. It is often used in compound religious names to signify a servant of God.”
Unisex · African · “A unisex name used in African contexts that translates to the branches of a tree.”
Boy · African · “Derived from Hadhir in African traditions, this name describes someone who is present or attending.”
Boy · African · “Derived from hadi, guiding to the right; guiding to the right”
Boy · African · “Derived from haris, vigilant watchman; ploughman; planter”
Boy · African · “Derived from haziq, skillful intelligent; intelligent, skillfull”
Boy · African · “This name refers to the ancient Syrian and Semitic god associated with storms, virility, and fertility.”
Boy · African · “Derived from hadi, guiding to the right; director, guide”
Boy · African · “Based on the name Hadhir, this African name signifies a person who is currently present or attending an event.”
Boy · African · “An African and Arabic name meaning present or attending. It refers to someone who is alert and physically there.”
Boy · African · “Of Arabic and African origin, this name translates to a guardian or protector who keeps things safe.”
Boy · African · “Lion; a loin that mauls its prey to pieces; title of ali radhiyallahuanhu”
Boy · African · “Haider is a name of Arabic and African origin meaning lion. It is a powerful name that represents a king of the jungle.”
Boy · African · “Derived from halif, ally confederate; ally, confederate”
Boy · African · “An Arabic name meaning praise or commendation, often used to express lauding and gratitude.”
Boy · African · “Derived from Hammud, this name of African origin describes a person who is thankful and full of gratitude.”
Boy · African · “An African and Arabic name meaning thankful or grateful. It is a derivative of the root for praise.”
Boy · African · “This name refers to a true believer in Islam, specifically one who maintains the original monotheistic faith.”
Boy · African · “Hareef is derived from 'harif', meaning 'pungent' or 'hot'. A vibrant name for a fiery spirit.”
Boy · African · “An Arabic-rooted name often used in Africa that represents qualities of decency, dignity, glory, and personal honor.”
Boy · African · “An African and Arabic name meaning determined or judge. It is famously associated with Hatim al-Tai, a symbol of generosity.”
Boy · African · “Haytham is an Arabic name meaning a young eagle or hawk. It is a popular name in various African regions, symbolizing sharp vision and strength.”
Boy · African · “Skillful intelligent; intelligent, skillful”
Unisex · African · “A name of African origin that means gift, grant, or donation. it is often used to signify that a child is a precious blessing.”
Boy · African · “Derived from hidayat, guidance instruction; guidance; righteousness; instruction”
Boy · African · “This name of Arabic and African origin means guidance or instruction.”
Boy · African · “Derived from himayat, help support; protection; guardianship; patronage support; defence”
Boy · African · “An African name that signifies providing help, support, or protection.”
Boy · African · “Derived from hubab, aim friendship; bubble of water”
Boy · African · “Derived from humayun, blessed auspicious”
Boy · African · “Blessed auspicious; blessed, sacred, royal, imperial”
Boy · African · “This name of Arabic and African origin refers to a sword or the sharp edge of a sword. It symbolizes strength and sharpness.”
Boy · African · “This Arabic name means the sword of the faith. It is a title signifying a defender or champion of religious beliefs.”
Boy · African · “Common in African and Islamic cultures, this name refers to the grandson of the Prophet. It is a diminutive of Hasan, meaning good or handsome.”
Unisex · African · “A unisex name of African origin meaning excellence, beauty, or one who is handsome.”
Boy · African · “An African and Arabic name meaning a devoted worshipper or a true believer in God.”
Boy · African · “This African name carries a positive communal sentiment, meaning that the agnates or relatives are splendid.”
Unisex · African · “Family becomes (as wide as) the sea”
Unisex · African · “Child birth is sweet”
Unisex · African · “Family pampers together”
Unisex · African · “Childbirth brings honor”
Unisex · African · “Birth (children) fill the house”
Unisex · African · “Childbirth is wealth”
Unisex · African · “The place wealth converges at”
Unisex · African · “Family has found who to pamper”
Unisex · African · “Childbirth makes wealth”
Unisex · African · “Childbirth honors me”
Unisex · African · “The name given to the child born after a set of twins”
Unisex · African · “The steadfastness/ abiding presence of God”
Unisex · African · “Love of the crown”
Unisex · African · “Love holds wealth together”
Unisex · African · “Love gave birth together”
Unisex · African · “The love of God abounds”
Boy · African · “Honor glory; honoured; grace; glory; distinction; repute”
Boy · African · “A name of Arabic origin meaning to bring honor or pride. It signifies someone who is esteemed and brings glory to their family.”
Unisex · African · “Belief/faith of God”
Boy · African · “Iggy is described as being “from the name Iggi.” This gives its source name without supplying a separate literal meaning.”
Boy · African · “Derived from ihtisham, pomp magnificence; magnificence; pomp; glory”
Boy · African · “Ihtisham is a grand name, meaning 'pomp magnificence,' suggesting a life filled with dignity and splendor.”
Unisex · African · “The care of God”
Boy · African · “Ikhlaaq means 'morals virtues', a beautiful name that inspires a child to live with integrity and goodness.”
Boy · African · “This African masculine name represents the qualities of frankness and sincerity, denoting a person who is honest and genuine in their actions.”
Unisex · African · “Home benefits me”
Unisex · African · “Intuition inspiration; intuition, inspiration”
Unisex · African · “A name of African origin that signifies light, sunshine, and a joyous spirit.”
Boy · African · “Ilom means 'my enemies are many,' symbolizing resilience and strength in overcoming challenges. A powerful name for a courageous child.”
Boy · African · “Derived from imam, leader chief; ledder; guide; the qur'aan, the caliph”
Boy · African · “Support pillar confidence; support, pillar, confidence”
Boy · African · “Derived from African and Arabic roots, this name means 'the pillar of the faith,' symbolizing strength and devotion.”
Unisex · African · “Light of God”
Boy · African · “Derived from imtiaz, privilege distinction”
Boy · African · “Privilege distinction; different, antique”
Boy · African · “Derived from inayat, concern attention; favour:, bounty; kindness”
Unisex · African · “Assembly of wealth”
Unisex · African · “Decision of God”
Boy · African · “Derived from iqbal, prosperity wealth; prosperity; good fortune; luck; success; felicity; blessings”
Boy · African · “An African and Arabic name signifying prosperity, wealth, and responsiveness.”
Boy · African · “An African name derived from Iqtidar, representing capability, personal power, and influence.”
Boy · African · “Capability power; power, office, authority”
Unisex · African · “Hope/anticipation of wealth”
Unisex · African · “God’s hope”
Boy · African · “Thankfulness knowledge wisdom; gratefulness”
Boy · African · “Derived from irshad, guidance direction; to guide on the right path; to enjoin what is good; to instruct”
Boy · African · “An Arabic name often used in Africa that signifies 'guidance' or 'direction,' implying a leader or teacher.”
Boy · African · “Derived from the name Isamm, this African name signifies a safeguard or protection.”
Boy · African · “An African and Arabic name meaning security, pledge, or protector. It describes a person who provides safety and keeps their word.”
Boy · African · “Derived from ishaq, isaac a prophets name”
Boy · African · “The Arabic form of Isaac, this name belongs to a prophet and means one who laughs.”
Boy · African · “Derived from ishfaq, compassion kindness”
Boy · African · “A male name of African and Arabic origin that signifies compassion, kindness, and sympathy toward others.”
Boy · African · “Intimacy companionship; society, familiar and pleasant talk, happiness”
Boy · African · “Peace peaceful very safe; submission to allah”
Boy · African · “Israar means 'secrecy privacy', suggesting a child with a thoughtful and perhaps mysterious depth of character.”
Boy · African · “A name of Arabic and African origin meaning secrecy or privacy. It also carries the meaning of one who is insistent and never gives up.”
Unisex · African · “The story of love”
Unisex · African · “The throne of God is permanent”
Unisex · African · “Comfort of God”
Unisex · African · “Good character is beautiful”
Unisex · African · “Mother has come”
Unisex · African · “Mother is sweet to have”
Unisex · African · “Mother is (as precious as) gold”
Unisex · African · “Mother has returned”
Unisex · African · “The prestige of wealth”
Unisex · African · “Beads (corals) of the crown of God”
Boy · African · “Derived from izhar, revelation declaration”
Boy · African · “Izhar means "revelation" and "declaration," suggesting a child who will bring clarity and truth.”
Boy · African · “Derived from izzudin, might of the faith”
Boy · African · “This Arabic name translates to 'might of the faith,' symbolizing strength and spiritual devotion.”
Boy · African · “Of African origin and derived from Jalib, this name means a motive or cause. It suggests an influential or driving personality.”
Boy · African · “Jaareh means 'wounding cutter', suggesting a child with a strong, perhaps sharp, impact on the world.”
Boy · African · “An African name derived from the Persian Javid, meaning alive or living. It symbolizes eternal life and immortality.”
Boy · African · “Brave”
Boy · African · “Consolation; compulsion name of a companion”
Boy · African · “Jabraan means 'penalty reward', a name that speaks to the balance of actions and their consequences in life.”
Boy · African · “An Arabic and African name meaning a stream or a small rivulet, often symbolizing a source of life.”
Boy · African · “With African origins, this masculine name translates to light spirit. It is occasionally seen with the alternative spelling Jayvyn.”
Boy · African · “Derived from jelaluddin, glory of the faith”
Boy · African · “Derived from jamaludin, beauty of the faith”
Boy · African · “Derived from jamaludin, beauty of the faith”
Boy · African · “A name of African and Arabic origin that translates to beauty of the faith or beauty of religion.”
Boy · African · “Derived from Jamshid in African traditions, this name translates to the sun's rays or brilliant lights.”
Boy · African · “An African name based on Jamshid, meaning the rays of the sun or radiant light.”
Unisex · African · “A unisex name of African origin meaning heart or soul. It represents the inner essence and spirit of a person.”
Boy · African · “Jaquan is a wonderful name for a child believed to possess a loving, good spirit from the very beginning.”
Boy · African · “Derived from Arabic roots used in African regions, this name means locust. It can also imply a person who is liberal or generous.”
Boy · African · “Blend of jar and gareth; bled of jar or jer and gareth”
Unisex · African · “A flower in the olive family; a climbing vine plant that has fragrant flowers used to make perfume”
Boy · African · “Jawaid means "liberal, generous destiny," suggesting a future filled with kindness and abundance. A beautiful wish for a life of giving.”
Boy · African · “An Arabic name that signifies excellence and goodness. It is used to describe a person of high quality and noble character.”
Unisex · African · “Life should be treaded gently”
Unisex · African · “The wealth of God is gentle/restful”
Boy · African · “Of African origin, this name signifies loftiness, sublimity, or glory. It denotes a person of high character.”
Boy · African · “Derived from jelaluddin, glory of the faith”
Boy · African · “This male name of African origin means the Glory of the faith, representing a beacon of spiritual honor and dignity.”
Boy · African · “Derived from jelaluddin, glory of the faith”
Boy · African · “Of Swahili origin, this name translates to mighty or powerful, conveying a sense of great strength and influence.”
Boy · African · “This African male name is traditionally used to describe a person with a reddish complexion.”
Unisex · African · “Let me find wealth”
Unisex · African · “Jewel; from the kiswahili origin, meaning jewel”
Unisex · African · “Sit with the crown”
Unisex · African · “Sit with wealth”
Boy · African · “born on Friday (Swahili)”
Unisex · African · “A name of Yoruba (African) origin that means 'everyone loves the child' or 'loved by everyone.'”
Boy · African · “Derived from kashif, revealing discoverer; uncoverer, pioneer, discoverer”
Boy · African · “Derived from kafil, responsible sponsor; one who is responsible, one who can be trusted; responsible, surety, sponsor”
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