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Katavi m African Mythology, NyamweziA demonic being in the popular belief of the Nyamwezi people of Tanzania. He is reputed to be the chief of the water-spirits, but he also haunts the barren lands and deserts.
Katuma m LubaDerived from the Luba word
kàtùmà meaning "last-born of triplets", ultimately from the word
tùmà meaning "to send". Superstition suggests that third-born children with this name, because of their name, should not be sent on errands or deliveries.
Kayen m African(Nigerian)"celebrated", (Yoruba)" long-hoped-for child"
Kazoka m PareMeans "axe" in the Athu language of the Pare people.
Kbra f TigrinyaUsed in Eritrea and Tigray, meaning: her glory, her dignity
Keatlaretse f TswanaMeans "to receive with open hands" in Tswana. It is usually used as a sign of respect.
Kéehu m & f ManjakMeans "the one who dies" or "the dead one" in Manjak. This name is given to protect the child from an early death.
Kekeli f EweKekeli is of Ewe origin & means, 'light, lightness.'
Kemelayefa m IjawMeans "nothing is greater than a human being" in Ijaw.
Kemi f YorubaMeans "cherish me; caring for me" in Yoruba. It is also a diminutive of other names such as
Oluwakemi.
Kengani m KongoKengani is an African language, that belongs to Bantu people, designated from Congo kingdom in area that now is called Angola(Uige province).Which is used for Kings, liders, Boss, or heroes.... [
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Kenhinde m & f YorubaOne coming last. Often used for the second of twins.
Ketugay m & f JolaMeans "Die till you get tired of it" in Jola. This name is given to an infant who is believed to be a spirit child who has been coming and going between life and death.
Kganya f & m SothoMeans "brightness" or "(God's) light" in Sesotho.
Khamani m SwahiliMeaning “son of king”, “first born”, or “great king” in Swahili.
Khanyokulhe f ZuluMeans "guide on the way" in Zulu from the word
khanyo meaning "guide" and
kuhle meaning "way".
Khwezi m & f ZuluMeans "bright morning star" in Zulu.
Kianda f African Mythology, Southern AfricanKianda (or Dandalunda) is a goddess of the sea, of the waters, and a protector of fishermen in traditional Angolan culture. Kianda was traditionally worshipped by throwing offerings such as food and clothing into the sea... [
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Kibafupia f SwahiliThe name originates from the Swahili words Kibali "acceptance" and Fupi "low". The combination of words combine to make the phrase, "to accept being low", referencing the people in Swahili countries who are poor or lack education... [
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Kijana m & f Swahili, African American (Modern)Means "young person" in Swahili. This is the nickname of American football player Kenneth Leonard 'Ki-Jana' Carter (1973-), given to him by his mother, who was inspired by a minor character in the movie
Shaft in Africa (1973).
Kikelomo f YorubaMeans "child whom everyone loves pampering" in Yoruba.
Kimani m African"Adventurous" or "sailor" Kukiyu tribe in the nation state of Kenya.
Kimpa-vita f KongoThe name of a congolese prophetess and religious leader who lived at the end of the 17th century.
Kimya f SwahiliMeans "silent" in Swahili. This is the name of musician Kimya Dawson.
Kisi f & m OgoniMeans "move/ go forward" or "progress" in Khana,... [
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Kisundi m PareMeans "deep night" in the Athu language of the Pare people.
Kitheko f PareMeans "laughter" in the Athu language of the Pare people.
Kiume m SwahiliSwahili masculine name meaning "stamina, strength".
Kiwanuka m Ganda, African MythologyKiwanuka is the hammer wielding God of Thunder and Lightning in Ganda Mythology. His name means “someone who was born on a Thursday”.
Kizito m AfricanMeans "Gift from God" or "Child who God loves". St. Kizito is the youngest of the 22 Ugandan martyrs. He is the patron saint of children and primary schools.
Koffi m BaouléDerived from Baoulé
fue "Saturday", referring to the day of the week on which the child was born and hence to be understood as "born on Saturday".
Kofoworola m & f YorubaMeans "He/She did not buy this wealth with money" in Yoruba, derived from
kò meaning "(he/she) didn't",
fi meaning "use",
owó meaning "money",
rà meaning "buy" and
ọlá meaning "wealth".
Kokumo m & f YorubaMeans "he will not die anymore" in Yoruba, typically given to an
Abiku child. Abiku are spirits that are believed to enter a pregnant woman and move in a constant cycle of birth, death, and rebirth... [
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Kola m YorubaMeans "gathers wealth" in Yoruba, derived from
kó meaning "gather" and
ọlá meaning "wealth". It is also used as diminutive of
Kolawole,
Kolade and
Kolapo.
Kolade m YorubaMeans "brings lots of wealth" in Yoruba, derived from
kó meaning "gather" combined with
ọlá meaning "honour, wealth, success, notability" and
dé meaning "arrive, return".
Kolajo m AfricanAn Ancient name of Yoruba Origin, it means 'gather wealty'
Kolawole m YorubaMeans "he brings nobility, wealth, honour, into the house" in Yoruba.
Kombeho m PareEtymology uncertain, this name is traditionally given to babies born during winter.
Komla m AfricanUsed in Ghana, West Africa. Means Tuesday born boy in Ewe
Konadu f & m AfricanUsed among Akan peoples in Ghana, West Africa. Can be used as a first name and surname.
Konan m BaouléDerived from Baoulé
mlan "Wednesday", referring to the day of the week on which the child was born and hence to be understood as "born on Wednesday".
Konjo f & m Amharic"Beauty" (typically used in a feminine context).
Kossola m YorubaMeans "I do not lose my fruits anymore" or "my children do not die any more" in Yoruba.... [
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Kotani m TsongaPossibly from the Xitsonga
kota meaning "able, talented".
Kouadio m BaouléDerived from Baoulé
jɔlɛ "Tuesday", referring to the day of the week on which the child was born and hence to be understood as "born on Tuesday".
Kouakou m BaouléDerived from Baoulé
we "Thursday", referring to the day of the week on which the child was born and hence to be understood as "born on Thursday".
Kouamé m BaouléDerived from Baoulé
mɔnnɛn "Sunday", referring to the day of the week on which the child was born and hence to be understood as "born on Sunday".