This is a list of submitted names in which the gender is masculine; and the usage is African.
Submitted names are contributed by users of this website. The accuracy of these name definitions cannot be guaranteed.
Barre m SomaliA name that comes from the Somali word bare which means "teacher." Barre was the last name (meaning the first name of the grandfather of) Mohamed Siad Barre (Somali spelling: Maxamed Siyaad Barre). Siad Barre was the military ruler and president of Somali from 1969 until 1991.
Bartho m Dutch, AfrikaansShort form of
Bartholomeus. Notable bearers of this name include the Dutch actor Bartho Braat (b. 1950) and the South African writer Bartho Smit (1924-1986).
Batandwa m & f AfricanBatandwa was a used name reffering to followers in Christianity.
Beduna m Nigerian, NgasThe name BEDUNA is from plateau state Nigeria which means "is it bad?" It's a question name, when someone utter a word that is not good and didn't come to pass then you can ask him BEDUNA "is it bad?"
Beemoni m DagbaniFounder of Gushegu and Karaga. Name of one of the sons of Naa Gbewaa.
Bejide m YorubaMeans "(one that) come(s) with rain" in Yoruba.
Beke m & f Ijaw, OgoniMeans "America" or "American" in Khana and "English" in Ijaw.
Bekoe m AkanMeans "war time" in Akan, typically used for a child born in war.
Belayneh m Eastern African, AmharicIt is an Amharic expression, which means "the new child is above all others". From the Amharic elements በላይ
(belay) meaning "above" and ነህ
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Benkos m Central African, Manding, Afro-American (Slavery-era)Benkos Biohó (died 1621), also known as Domingo Biohó, was said to have been born in either the Democratic Republic of Congo or Angola, where he was seized by the Portuguese slaver Pedro Gomez Reynel, sold to businessman Juan Palacios, and later, after transportation to what is now Colombia in South America, sold again to the Spaniard Alonso del Campo in 1596, in Cartagena de Indias... [
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Beritda m NgasBERITDA in Ngas language of plateau state means."""it turns out to be good?... [
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Betang m & f KenyangDerived from
bɛtaŋ meaning "power" in Kenyang.
Bheki m Zulu"The person that's broadminded, able to think further about future needs and wants".
Bhekumbuso m Zulu (Rare)Means "look after the kingdom", from Zulu
bheka "look after" and
umbuso "kingdom, dominion".
Bigaŋ m & f Dagbani"Not discriminated" denoting "I will not discriminate"
Bile m SomaliThe name Bile is a traditional Somali name with deep cultural and historical significance. It is one of the most respected and ancient names in Somali history, often associated with strength, leadership, and resilience.... [
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Biodun m & f YorubaMeans "born during a festival" in Yoruba.
Blessed f & m English (Puritan), AfricanFrom the English word "blessed" meaning "having divine aid, or protection, or other blessing; held in veneration; revered", ultimately from Old English
blētsian,
blēdsian "to consecrate (with blood)".
Bokele m LingalaBokele is the name of Lonkundo’s dad in Mongo mythology.
Boma m & f SwahiliMeaning "fort or enclosure". The word actually originates from Swahili and is traditionally known as an enclosure, a stockade or fort used to protect people's livestock (usually sheep and cattle).
Bonaking m Igbo"Bonaking is a name that signifies leadership, translating to 'born to rule'. It reflects a powerful presence and an innate ability to lead others.
Bootaan m SomaliThe name Bootaan is of Somali origin and carries a powerful and positive meaning. In Somali, Bootaan is often associated with characteristics like strength, courage, and dignity. It's a traditional Somali name that reflects qualities admired in Somali culture, particularly in relation to leadership, bravery, and standing firm in the face of challenges.... [
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Bote m KongoThe first given name of the German footballer Ridle Baku.
Boukazi m & f IjawMeans "a child born in a bush" in Ijaw.
Buronya m & f AkanMeans "Christmas" in Akan. This may be given to children born around this time of year.
Buwozi m & f IjawMeans "a child whose feet came out first before the head during birth" in Ijaw.
Bvumai m ShonaBvumai means "Admit".
This may be a name given to say to adversary admit that you were wrong, you were defeated or that you committed the offence Cartan m SomaliThe name Cartan may be linked to terms or concepts in Somali language that emphasize strength or steadfastness, though its exact root is difficult to pinpoint. Many Somali names are descriptive, referring to virtues or traits that parents hope their child will embody, such as courage or leadership.
Cawil m SomaliA name that means "replacement." A family may give the name to a male whose father or older brother has died.
Caydiid m Somali (Rare)Derived from the Somali words
cay, meaning "insult," and
diid, meaning "to reject," interpreted as "rejects insults".
Cetshwayo m ZuluMeans "advised" in Zulu. This was the name of a Zulu King,
Chan m DinkaMeans "male child in the first pair of twins" in Dinka.
Chapasi f & m TumbukaMeans "earth, dirt, belongs to earth" in Tumbuka, often given after other children in the family have died.
Chenjerai m ShonaChenjerai means "Be on guard, wisen up". Chenjerai Hunzvi the Zimbabwean Freedom Fighter is one bearer of this name.
Cheru m AmharicMeans "the benign one, the charitable one" in Amharic.
Chibvwimbo m TumbukaMeans "bird's nest" in Tumbuka, with implications of working hard or providing shelter and comfort.
Chidumebi f & m IgboA name commonly used among the Igbo people of southeast Nigeria. Particularly in Imo state, the name translates to, "God is at my side" or conversely, "God is with me". While it is used by men, the name is more commonly given to girls
Chiemeela m IgboThis is a name that is given among the Igbos usually it has a celebratory undertone to it. It is formed by joining two words "CHI-EMEELA" - "God thank you"
Chi-God and
Emeela-thank you/well done Usually it is given to baby boys when the parents are satisfied or do not wish to have more children, especially if the gender of the child was sought after.
Chikamara m & f IgboMeans "God knows best" or "God is wisdom" in Igbo.
Chikwendu m Igbo, AfricanMeans "God agrees to life", taken from the Igbo phrase
o buru na chukwu kwe ndu ga-adi "if god agrees there will be life".
Chimdalu f & m IgboMeans "thank you, my god", from Igbo
chi "god" and
daalụ "thank you".
Chimere m IgboSaid to be an Igbo (Nigerian) name meaning "God's deed", in part from
chi "god, spiritual being".
Chimika f & m TumbukaAfter miscarriage(s), family would use traditional medicine (herbs, roots, barks) to prevent a potential next miscarriage. Kumika means "to stop, halt, prevent". Chimika is what you use to stop, prevent, halt... [
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Chimurenga m ShonaChimurenga is a Shona word roughly translated to English as, "revolutionary struggle". The Shona language is spoken by the Shona people of Zimbabwe. This word is sometimes used as a given name.
Chinangunga m & f AfricanVariety of vernacular language among people living along lake Nyasa in Tanzania.
Chineto f & m Igbo"God praises" "God uplifts" "God glorifies" "God gives talent"
Chinualumogu m IgboMeans "may God fight on my behalf" in Igbo. This was the full birth name of Chinua Achebe (1930-2013), a Nigerian writer.
Chinwemmeri f & m IgboChinwe is a short form of a variety such as Chinwendu, Chinweizu, Chinwemmeri and others. Chinwe in itself means "God's own." Chinwemmeri means "God's own victory." These names are synonymous with the Igbo ethnic group from the south eastern Nigeria.
Chionye m IgboMeans "God will give to him what he prays for" in Igbo.
Chipovisule m & f Chewa (Dutchified, Rare)"Chipovisule" is a name of African origin, specifically from Malawi. In Chewa, it means "God is with us" or "God is among us." It carries a sense of divine presence and protection.
Chishimba m & f BembaThe name Chishimba originates from the Bemba people of Zambia, a Bantu-speaking ethnic group. It holds cultural and linguistic significance in Zambia. The name derives from the Bemba language and carries meanings rooted in positivity and charm.... [
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Chithuzi m TumbukaMeans "shadow, picture" in Tumbuka, often given after repeated deaths in the family.
Chuchu m & f AfricanChu meaning "Life" it can be used as both a girl or boy name. It also link to another name Chuchu or Chu-Chu meaning double life.... [
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Chuki f & m SwahiliMeans "born during a time of hatred" in Swahili.
Chukwunenye m IgboIgbo name from Eastern Nigeria. It originates from the belief that children are gifts from God and means "God gives". The feminine variant is
Chinenye, which also has the same meaning
Chukwunonso m AfricanIgbo land Eastern Nigeria - Chukwu(Almighty God) no(is) nso(near). God is near
Cilmi m SomaliA name that derives from the word cilmi which means "knowledge" or "learning."
Coenie m AfrikaansDiminutive of
Coenraad. This name is borne by South African rugby player Coenie Oosthuizen (1989-) and South African musician Coenie de Villiers (1956-).