African Names that Start With T

Taye, also used as a short form of Taylor, began to stand on its own with the emergence of actor Taye (born Scott) Diggs. 

Not many parents would want to use Tisa for its literal meaning in this era of smaller families, but Tisa is a name with much crossover appeal. Simple and straightforward, it's also both distinctive and feminine and relates to similar-sounding Western names such as Lisa and Trisha and Tea. If you're looking for an African name that can bridge cultures, Tisa is an excellent pick.

Has a feminine feline feel.

A captivating and sprightly name brought into the limelight by actress Thandiwe Newton.

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The raja sequence of sounds gives it a regal feel.

One African choice that might be easier to understand if spelled phonetically: it's pronounced TAH-shee.