African Names that Start With P
By Nameberry
Updated Tue Oct 01 2024
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- 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.
- Panya
Origin:
African, Swahili; or, Russian, diminutive of StephaniaMeaning:
"mouse, tiny one; or, crowned one"Description:
Panya is a multicultural possibility with a sound that's pleasing to the English-speaking ear, though the Swahili translation, which might also be "rat," makes it less than savory as an African name.
- Pili
Origin:
African, SwahiliMeaning:
"second born"Description:
Will be frequently misunderstood as Pele or, worse, "pilly".
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