African Girl Names
Aba
African Akan - Girl born on Thursday; Abah, Abba and Abbah are variant spellings of the name Aba
Abana
This Biblical name means strong personality made with a stone
Abeba
African Amharic - Flower; Abeada and Abyda are variant transcriptions of the name
Abena
African Akan - Girl born on Tuesday; Abana, Abeena and Abeenah are variant spellings of the name Abena
Abeni
African Yoruban - We asked for her, now she is ours; Someone who is prayed for; A variant of name Abena
Abiba
African - The first child born after death of grandmother; Abeaba and Abeabah are the variant spellings of Abiba
Abiona
One who is born during a journey
Abla
African Akan - Girl born on Tuesday; Has an Arabic meaning as voluptuous
Abraha
A girl who born on Tuesday
Absco
One with an inventive mind.
Abuya
One who was born when the garden was overgrown.
Achieng
One born during the day time.
Adabelle
In Hebrew it means adornment. In German it means noble. In African it means oldest daughter.
Adaeh
Crowned, or chosen, or pinnacle of a peak
Adamma
African - Child of Beauty; Beautiful Girl
Adana
African - Being the father's daughter; A variant of name Adanna
Adanne
African - Being the mother's daughter; A child who resembles her mother; A variant of name Adane
Addiah
In Hebrew it means ornament of God. In Swahili it means Gift from God
Adebola
African - Honor is brought to her; She met honor
Adenike
The Crown is Loving; Affectionate; Crown has care; Wealth has Care; Crown is cherished
Adeola
Crown has wealth; Crown has honor
Adhiambo
African - daughter who is born after sunset
Adhra
African - Apology; Virgin
Adilah
Equal
Adjoa
African - Born on a Monday; A daughter who is born on Monday
Adongo
The second of twins.
Affrica
From Africa
Afi
African - A child who is born on Friday; A daughter who is born on Friday; A variant form is Afia
Afia
African - A child who is born on Friday; A daughter who is born on Friday; A variant form is Afi
Afiya
African - Swahili - Health; A variant spelling is Afya
Afua
African - A child who is born on Friday; A daughter who is born on Friday; A variant form is Afia
Ahnika
Ruler of the House, Beautiful Ornament
Aiysha
Powerful and complete
Akello
Baby girl born after twins.
Akeyo
One who was born during the harvest.
Akia
African - First Born; Also a variant form of name Kia which means difficult and in Greek it means pure
Akinyi
African - Born in the morning; Born during forenoon
Akosua
African - Twi - Girl Child Born on Sunday
Akua
African - A child who is born on Thursday
Aluna
Kenyan term, literally meaning come here.
Aluoch
One who was born during an overcast morning.
Ama
African - Child born On Saturday; Old Norse - Eagle
Amandla
African - A powerful Woman; Brave and Strong Woman
Amarachukwu
African Ibgo - God's Grace; Mercy of God; God's Favor; Divine Grace
Amne
African - Swahili - Safe; Secure
Amondi
African - Born at Dawn
Amurta
Beautiful; ambrosia, a veritable drink which gives immortality
Angweng
One who was born during the time of white ants.
Anyango
One who was born during mid day.
Apiyo
First of the twins.
Arogo
One who nagged a lot during pregnancy.
Asabi
African - Yoruban - One of Select Birth
Ashaki
One who is beautiful
Ashanti
Name of an African Tribe
Asis
Blessing; African - Of the sun; A variant spelling is Asiss
Athiambo
African - Born in Late Evening
Atieno
One who was born at night.
Avongara
African - To Tie
Awino
One who was born with the cord around.
Awo
Girl who is born on Thursday
Ayah
A sparkling and twinkling human being
Ayana
A pretty and scented flower
Ayanna
A unique flower which is forever blooming
Ayira
African - Chosen; Worthy of Respect; Exalted; Revered; A variant form of Augustus
Ayoka
African Yoruban - One who Causes Joy all round; A variant of Ayo
Aziza
One who is very precious
Babetta
Foreign woman.
Baina
One who is glittering with radiance
Bandele
Born Away From Home
Banji
Second Born of Twins
Barongo
The younger of twin.
Bashira
Joyful; Predictor of Good News
Becca
African Bobangi - To forecast; Predict; Borrow; Bound; Derived from Rebecca; A variant of Becky
Becka
African Bobangi - To forecast; Predict; Borrow; Bound; Derived from Rebecca; A variant of Becky
Becky
African Bobangi - To forecast; Predict; Borrow; Bound; Derived from Rebecca;
Behati
Afrikaans form of Beata, Blessing
Beheshta
Paradise
Beka
One who predicts
Bikita
Anteater
Binah
Dancer; one who lives in the moment and is understanding
Binta
With God
Bisa
Greatly Loved
Bishara
Good tidings.
Braima
Father of a large number of children
Bunme
A gift that is mine
Bunmi
To be my gift
Busara
African-Swahili - Wisdom; Prudence; Sense; Foresight
Camara
She is a teacher
Chalondra
A Lark; they are smart individuals
Charminique
A female child born out of love
Chausiku
One who was born at night.
Chinelo
Thought of God
Chineye
God lives
Chinue
God's blessing
Chipo
A gift
Chuki
Born in a time of strike and hatred.
Cleotha
A woman who is a creative artist and everyone else is inspired by her
Dabiku
Offering
Daisha
The one who is alive
Dalilah
Languish; weak
Dalma
Made of metal
Debelah
A friendly and charming person
Deka
A mesenger sent from heaven; a pleasing personality
Delu
The one and only beautiful girl
Dhakiya
She who is smart.
Diata
One who is as brave as a Lion
Dikeledi
One who is filled with lot of tears
Ducha
Small or humble.
Dumisani
Give praise; a honorable and well praised
Duni
Small
Durah
Pearl
Durra
A variant of Durah, meaning pearl.
Efia
Born on friday
Efuru
Daughter of heaven; they are blessed
Eidi
Festival or feast day.
Ekua
The one converting pain to happiness
Ellema
An efficient person who milks the Cow
Eshe
it means immortal.
Esiankiki
Young maiden
Fabunni
African name meaning 'This was given to me bt God'
Fadiya
African Swahili - Redeemer; One who redeems
Faika
African Swahili - Superior; Better
Fana
Wealth; Honour; One who provides light; Shining; A variant transcription is Faina
Fanaka
Prosperity or success
Fara
Level Measure; Beautiful; Lovely; Pleasant; Good Looking; Joyful; Reason for rejoicing
Faraja
Comfort, relief or rest.
Farashuu
Kenyan word for butterfly
Fayola
An African name meaning 'Good fortune walks with honor'
Feechi
A god worshipping woman
Finnley
A fair (haired) warrior
Firyali
Unusual or extraordinary
Floarea
Romanic word for a blooming flower
Flodwig
A Dithematic name (linking two elements, mainly parent names)
Fola
Glory and Prestige; the one who is honorable
Fumnaya
The person who wanted to love by someone.
Furaha
Refers to blissful or contented.
Gakeri
A small muscle. A variant of Gakere.
Gamada
The one who is cheerful and happy.
Gasira
One who is brave.
Gathoni
She is an in law.
Gavivi
The one who loves money of wealth.
Gawahir
Variant form of Jawahir (precious stones or jewels)
Ghalyela
A person who is very valuable
Ghanima
A person who has a great fortune
Gheche
Small
Gzifa
The peaceful one, calm and patient.
Habika
Sweetheart, darling, beloved
Hadaya
Gift; Present; A variant of Hadiya
Hagos
Joy, happiness, pleasure
Haiba
Attractive, Charm, Attraction
Hamisi
One who was born on a Thursday.
Hanuni
Happy and cheerful
Hanzila
Road, street, Path, trail
Haracha
Frog (A creature of God)
Haseena
Beautiful. Pretty
Hashiki
Passion
Hawla
One who is graceful like an antelope.
Hiari
Free will
Hidi
Root, origin
Hinaa
Henna; Myrtle
Hinna
Henna; A natural dying color
Hiwot
Eastern African - Amharic name meaning life
Hoor
A Celestical; Virgin of Paradise; Nymph; A Virgin Maiden of Paradise for Its Dwellers
Hoyam
Passionate Love
Huso
Sadness of the bride.
Indusa
Desire for a system.
Ingumba
One who is easy going.
Jahia
One widely known
Jahmelia
A beautiful african woman
Jahzara
A blessed princess
Jala
Large fish from fresh water
Jalah
A small leafed wild indigo
Jamala
One who is well mannered
Jameelah
A chaste woman
Jameila
She who is beautiful
Jamelia
Somali name meaning beautiful
Jamelle
One of great beauty
Jamilia
She who is chaste
Japera
One who offers thanks
Jariah
A tributary Lord
Jetta
Encircled; Surrounded; Jetta is Diminutive Form Of Henrietta Or Marietta
Johari
Something of value,jewel,something precious which is adored
Joos
they have a funny side and are involved in many activities. They help to bring people together and have spark in their personality.
Jozua
they have a funny side and are involved in many activities. They help to bring people together and have spark in their personality.
Julene
the word means youth. These people prove to be very lucky and natural in their attitude. They do not bear fake personalities.
Jumapili
Kenyan term, literally meaning Sunday.
Jumapili
One who was born on Sunday.
Juza
The meaning of the name Juza is Notify
Jwahir
Jwahir means The Golden Woman
Kabibe
Kabibe means Little Lady
Kacela
Kacela means the Great Huntress
Kainda
Kainda means The Hunter's Daughter
Kalere
Kalere means Small Woman
Kamaria
The name means Bright like the Moon
Kande
Kande name means The Firstborn Female Child
Kaniqua
Kaniqua means Black Dress
Kanoni
The name means Little Bird
Karasi
Krasi means Life and Wisdom
Kaula
Kaula means Woman Prophet
Kaweria
The loving one.
Kaya
Native American - Little but wise; African - Home; Japanese Yew
Kayin
Kayin means The Child that has been Long Awaited
Kecia
Kecia means Great, Big Joy
Keeya
The name means the Flower of the Garden
Keisha
Keisha name means She is a Favorite
Keishla
Keishla name means Her Life
Kelenna
Kelenna means Town of Keels
Kendy
Kendy mens The One who is Loved a Lot
Kenia
Kenia means Greates. Also a Country in Africa
Kerubo
Born on the plain.
Kesin
The name means Earth-Bound
Kesslee
Kessie means Chubby Baby
Kia
Kia means Season is Beggining
Kianga
Kianga means The Beams of The SUn
Kiden
Kiden means A Girl born after 3 Boys
Kimani
Kimani means One who is Beautiful and Sweet
Kimmie
Kimmie means Rock with Diamonds
Kimonia
Means Great Woman
Kimya
Kimya means Silent
Kioni
The one who sees and finds things.
Kubwa
Kubwa means Large
Kumani
Kumani means Destiny
Kunto
Th name means Third Born Child
Kwamboka
One who was born while crossing a river.
Kya
Kya means Diamond in the Sky
Kymbre
The name means Diamon brearing Rock
Laqueta
A woman sho is silent, quiet and calm
Ledisi
To bring forth, to come closer
Leeda
African word meaning to bring
Lehana
A person who rejects
Lesedi
A ray of light, a beam of light
Lewa
Beautiful person
Lindiwe
A person who has waited a long time, patient person
Lissa
African mythology name, supreme mother goddess
Loloo
Name given for pearls or gems found in an ocean
Loveie
A lovely and happy soft hearted individual
Lu lu
A woman whose beauty is compared to a Pearl
Lu'lu
A woman as precious as a pearl
Lulana
Shining Moon or a Guiding Star
Machupa
One who likes to drink.
Madana
A person who heals people
Mahari
One who is forgiving
Malaika
An Angel of heaven
Mandere
Beautiful beads
Manica
A place name, town in Mozambique
Mansa
Third Born Girl; King of Kings; Emperor;
Mardea
The last one
Mariatu
African - One who is pure; Innocent
Marini
African - Fresh; Healthy; Pretty; Charming
Marjani
A coral
Marjean
African - Coral, Gracious; A variant of Marjian
Marka
A steady rain
Masara
A magical woman
Masego
A blessing
Mbali
A Zulu name meaning flower
Meron
The woman who serves the Army.
Mesi
A smoke, emit a cloud of fiine particles.
Miah
The much dearest person.
Miniya
A girl who is believed to do extra-ordinary things.
Modupe
I am Grateful; Gratefulness; I give thanks to God
Monifa
African Yoruban - I Am Lucky
Montsho
A black colored person
Mugure
Kenyan term, meaning already purchased.
Mukondi
A dancer
Mumbi
Creator or mother of the people.
Murigo
This is a load.
Muthoni
The shy one.
Mwassaa
Kenyan term, meaning everywhere.
Naaila
the person with the record of victories.
Naataanii
A poetess who writes the praise of the prophet
Nafula
One who was born during the rainy season.
Nafuna
The one who is carried his feet first.
Naja
A person indifferent to pleasure and pain
Nakato
The twins or doubles whom were born as the second in the family.
Nakeisha
The lifetime of woman or girl or lady or damsel.
Naki
The girl who was born first in the family or eldest daughter.
Nakimera
The talent or present of skills from God.
Nalo
The most lovable person
Nalorie
Lovable goddess of earth
Nataki
One who took birth as a royal
Nathaara
Tiny pieces scattered all over
Nathifa
Clean, wholesome, unpolluted.
Nduta
Teach me
Neema
The one who was born in richness.
Neliah
The gift or present from the town
Netta
Gate, shrubberies, trees, wilds, planting.
Ngendo
A traveler
Ngina
One who serves
Niana
Name of an African city in Mali
Nichelle
The great champion among the women.
Nimeesha
The dearest angel of the God
Nisar
One who is passive and diplomatic.
Njeri
Daughter of a warrior.
Njoki
She who returned.
Nkechi
The precious treasure from God.
Nkechinyere
God's pleasure which came to this world.
Nkiru
Once more God will provide the excellent gift.
Nkiruka
God will give me something ever best once again.
Nnenia
The one who looks same as her grand mother.
Nnenna
The one who is fond of her dad's mum.
Noma
Cultivator or farmer or sample or model.
Nomalanga
Brilliant or sunshine light.
Nomasonto
Who was delivered or received on Sunday.
Nombeko
Regard, respect, admiration.
Nomuula
Who is like unto Yahweh (Unchanging God)
Nontle
The ruler of the deep sea.
Noxolo
One who is passive and diplomatic.
Nsombi
Full of happiness or complete gladness.
Nuzhah
Desirable trip or expedition spot.
Nyaguthii
A traveler
Nyah
Means the replica or form of a sweet called 'Modak' offered to a Hindu deity Ganesha.
Nyakio
A Spanish variant of Mother or womb.
Nyala
Spanish version of Modest that means not boasting about one self.
Nyambura
Born of the rain.
Nyanjera
Born on the way.
Nyarai
French version of the word modest means not praising self.
Nyasha
Italian and Portuguese version of modest that means not bragging one's achievement.
Nyathera
The quality of being modest. A moderate of reserve behaviour.
Nyawira
One who is hard working.
Nyeki
A new growth of the plant, a recently grown plant.
Nyla
The one who is humble and meek.
Nyoka
A person who infatuates others. To whom others been attracted.
Nyokabi
Of the Maasai people.
Ode
The final or the end of salvation, where the person get relieved of all his duties.
Olufunke
The one who was gifted from high most place to be loved.
Omolara
The loving child of the family.
Onaedo
The precious and great child.
Onnie
The child who was born in the divine place.
Ontibile
The one who is sheltered by most high God.
Onyeka
nobody is superior than God
Orma
Noni means the ninth received child in the family.
Osa
The one who is closer to God, the goddess.
Osith
One who looks after the people and kingdom
Otieno
A person who is born at night
Oya
The one who tore; a Goddess of underriver
Paka
A name given to a cat; intelligent; quick minded
Palesa
A beautiful and majestic flower
Panyin
A name given to the older twin
Peeta
African - Fourth Born Daughter; A variation of name is Pita
Pemba
African - Force of present existence
Penda
African - Admired; Loved; Beloved; A variant of Penha
Penha
African - Admired; Loved; Beloved; A variant of Penda
Phenyo
One who always wins and is victorious
Phomello
One who is born to succeed; mature individual
Pulika
A girl who behaves well and is obidient
Quvenzhané
A fairy
Rhaxma
A very sweet girl
Roep
A call of cry
Saada
A helpful person
Sadaka
Swahili name meaning 'A spiritual offering'
Safara
An African name meaning fire
Sala
A woman who is gentle by nature
Sanura
A kitten
Sarafina
A bright star
Sekai
One who is funny
Shakini
She is the most beautiful one
Sharik
A child of God for whom the shine rises
Simisola
A man who rests in wealth
Sitembileq
To have trust
Siyanda
Zulu name meaning 'we are growing together'
Subira
One who has a lot of patience
Tahira
Pure, clean
Taiwo
The first of the twin to see the world
Takiyah
Pious, righteous
Tale
The color of green
Taleisha
Blooming life
Tamasha
A happy, joyous occasion to meet
Tanesha
Born on monday
Tannie
A girl born on Monday
Tapiwa
She who is given as a gift
Taraji
Swahili name meaning hope
Tarisai
A woman who is nice to look at
Tawanda
A slender, young tree
Tawia
She who is born after twins
Temwa
Love and happiness
Tendai
One who is thankful to God
Tenesha
Girl born on a Monday
Terehasa
One who is blessed
Tererai
One who listens
Thandeka
The loved one
Thandi
One who loves deeply
Thandie
The loving one
Thembeka
A person who is reliable
Tiaret
She who is like a lioness
Timberly
A rock or gem from the lands on timber
Tinashe
God is always with us, belief in god
Tinecia
God is with us
Tiombe
A person who is shy
Titilayo
One who is joyful for ever, ever happy
Tomika
A rich or a wealthy person
Tumelo
Complete confidence in a person or plan.
Vatusia
Kenyan term meaning they will leave us behind.
Visola
Longings are waterfalls
Waceera
The wanderer
Wairimu
One of the nine founders of Agikuyu.
Waitherero
The better one.
Wakiuru
One of the nine founders of Agikuyu.
Walta
Shield
Wambui
The singer of songs.
Wamuhu
Born of ashes
Wamuiru
A dark skinned beauty.
Wamweru
One who is light skinned.
Wangai
Born of God.
Wangari
A leopard
Wangera
A traveler
Wangu
The one who gathers the firewood.
Wanja
The one from without.
Wanjeri
Born of Njeri.
Wanjiku
One of the nine founders of Agikuyu.
Wanjiru
One of the nine founders of Agikuyu.
Winda
Chasing for food.
Winta
Desire
Wokabi
She is of the Maasai.
Xinavane
Spread or propagate
Xolani
Kenyan term meaning be at peace.
Yakini
African - An honest Woman; Truthful Lady;
Zahra
Shining or flower
Zaila
Beautiful; Good Looking; Charming;
Zawadi
Gift
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