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African Names that Start With H

Updated October 2026

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There are 3 African names that start with the letter H for boys and girls, including Halima, Habiba, and Habraham.

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  • Halima

    African

    "gentle, humane"

    This Swahili and Muslim female name referring to the Prophet Muhammed's nurse. It is a popular name in Egypt and Somalia.

  • Habiba

    Arabic

    "beloved, sweetheart"

    A name whose sweet sound matches with its meaning, Habiba is popular in Somalia and North Africa. It comes from the Arabic habib meaning "dear, beloved", making it a bright and endearing choice.

  • Habraham

    Variation of Abraham, Hebrew

    "father of multitudes"

    A variation of the Biblical Abraham, predominantly used in Latin America and in French- and Spanish-speaking African countries, most notably the Democratic Republic of Congo. The 'H' at the beginning…

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