20 African Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With S

Written by Shikha Thakur, MBA

Edited by Siddharth Kesiraju, MA, Certification in Relationship Coaching

Fact-checked by Praggya Joshi, MA, BEd

Last Updated on Oct 3, 2023

Illustration: MomJunction Design Team

Name	Gender	Meaning
Sulayman	Boy	A prophet's name; Solomon
Sekou	Boy	Leader of a tribe; An elderly man; Islamic scholar
Selassie	Boy	Trinity; Power of the Trinity
Saheed	Boy	Witness; Martyr
Shomari	Boy	One with a forceful personality
Saran	Boy	Joy; Moon; Refuge; Sanctuary; Supporting
Sekani	Unisex	Laugh
Safdar	Boy	Piercing lines; Valiant
Sanga	Boy	He came from the valley
Selas	Boy	Trinity

Senwe	Boy	Dry like grain
Siman	Boy	Hearing; Two souls
Sindhile	Boy	One who is a survivor
Sondo	Boy	A person born on a Sunday
Sarki	Boy	Chief
Seghen	Boy	Ostrich
Sokoro	Boy	Lucky one
Shango	Unisex	Fire God
Saquon	Boy	Warrior; Fighter
Shevan	Unisex	Lion

Infographic: Majestic African Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With S

A first name typically reflects a person's attributes and family heritage, underscoring the importance of choosing the right one.

are a perfect blend of religious, cultural, and contemporary elements, appealing to parents from diverse backgrounds. In this infographic, we've hand-picked some distinguished African Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With S names and their meanings. Skim through the list to discover the ideal name that resonates with your aspirations for your child's future.

African Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With S(infographic)

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Shikha ThakurMBA

Shikha is a writer-turned-editor at MomJunction, with over seven years of experience in the field of content. Having done a certification in Relationship Coaching, her core interest lies in writing articles that guide couples through their courtship to marriage and parenthood.

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Siddharth KesirajuMA, Certification in Relationship Coaching

Siddharth holds a certification in Relationship Coaching and a masters degree in communication and journalism from the University of Hyderabad. He has around seven years of experience in various fields of writing and editing.

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Praggya JoshiMA, BEd

Praggya Joshi holds a bachelor's degree in Education and a master's in Ancient Indian History from University of Delhi. She has a robust knowledge of literature, society, and ethics. Praggya has been a content writer since 2021, researching and writing on education, health and wellness, and travel.

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