African Names for Girls
- Kissa
Origin:
African-UgandanMeaning:
"born after twins"Description:
Affectionate sounding name that could have birth-order meaning.
- Zagora
Origin:
North African place-name; also SwahiliDescription:
If you're looking for an African place-name, this one belongs to the main town in eastern Morocco.
- Pili
Origin:
African, SwahiliMeaning:
"second born"Description:
Might frequently be understood as "pilly." Can also be a short form of Pilar -- though the long form is better.
- Falala
Origin:
African, FulaMeaning:
"born in abundance"Description:
A wonderful meaning for a bright and musical West African name.
- Kehinde
Origin:
YorubaMeaning:
"second-born of twins or one who falls behind"Description:
Although the best-known Kehinde is the male painter Kehinde Wiley, this name is used for both genders in its native Nigeria and can be just as attractive for a girl.
- Taraja
Origin:
African, KiswahiliMeaning:
"hope"Description:
The raja sequence of sounds gives it a regal feel.
- Tamala
Origin:
AfricanMeaning:
"dark tree"Description:
Would you really want to name your child after a Japanese anime movie called Tamala 2010: A Punk Cat in Space.
- Salama
Origin:
African, SwahiliMeaning:
"peace, safety, security"Description:
The three soft a's make for a calm and rhythmic name, though some risk of salami jokes.
- Baraka
Origin:
KiswahiliMeaning:
"blessings"Description:
Its resonant rhythm and positive connotations have led to some popularity with African-American parents, though it tends to have a masculine feel, particularly considering the rise of a certain Barack.
- Jinja
Origin:
African place-nameDescription:
Gingery.
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