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African Boy Names

43 names. Showing 1–20.

African names come from many languages and cultures, including Igbo, Yoruba, Swahili, Akan, Zulu and others. Many carry meanings tied to the circumstances of a birth, family hopes, or qualities such as joy, strength and gratitude.

1. 1.
   AdeYoruba

   Meaning: Crown
2. 2.
   AdewaleYoruba

   Meaning: The crown has come home
3. 3.
   AdeyemiYoruba

   Meaning: The crown suits me
4. 4.
   AdisaYoruba

   Meaning: One who is clear
5. 5.
   AjaniYoruba

   Meaning: He who wins the struggle
6. 6.
   AkinYoruba

   Meaning: Brave
7. 7.
   AsanteSwahili

   Meaning: Thank you
8. 8.
   AziziSwahili

   Meaning: Precious
9. 9.
   BabatundeYoruba

   Meaning: Father has returned
10. 10.
    BayoYoruba

    Meaning: Joy has been found
11. 11.
    ChidiIgbo

    Meaning: God exists
12. 12.
    ChikeIgbo

    Meaning: Power of God
13. 13.
    ChineduIgbo

    Meaning: God leads
14. 14.
    ChumaIgbo

    Meaning: Who is like God?
15. 15.
    DakaraiShona

    Meaning: Happiness
16. 16.
    DialloAfrican

    Meaning: Bold
17. 17.
    EmekaIgbo

    Meaning: Great deeds
18. 18.
    IdowuYoruba

    Meaning: Born after twins
19. 19.
    IkechukwuIgbo

    Meaning: God's power
20. 20.
    IkennaIgbo

    Meaning: Father's power

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