African Names that Start With D

  1. Diarra
    • Origin:

      West African
    • Meaning:

      "gift"
    • Description:

      Diarra has a nice meaning, but we could see it leading to possible teasing re association with a certain digestive problem.
  2. Djimon
    • Origin:

      African, meaning unknown
    • Description:

      Djimon has become a familiar African name via powerful Benin-born, Oscar-nominated actor Djimon Hounsou.

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