What origin is the name Pili?

Pili comes from African naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Pili?

Names from the same african tradition pair naturally with Pili — for example Amara, Zuri, Imani. You can browse more on our african names page.

Pili

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Pili

Pili

Boy

African

2 syllables

Pili is an African boy's name meaning "Second-born son.".

Parents who choose Pili pick a boy name from the African tradition, meaning "Second-born son.". At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: African
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Second-born son.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Pili

What does Pili mean?

Pili is a boy name of African origin meaning "Second-born son.".

How popular is Pili?

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