188 African Baby Unisex Names With Meanings
Written by Shikha Thakur, MBA 
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Specialty: Relationships and Baby NamesExperience: 7 yearsShikha 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 ar... more
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| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 Lashay |  Unisex | Gift ofGod; Beautiful | |
| Loba | Unisex | Sharing a conversation; Talking | |
| Lolovivi | Unisex | Love is always there | |
| Maasai | Unisex | People of the leopard | |
| Madiba | Unisex | Respected leader and father of the nation | |
| Maima | Unisex | Truthful; Trustworthy | |
| Makida | Unisex | Greatness | |
| Mandingo | Unisex | African surname | |
| Marsai | Unisex | Energetic; Talented; Independent | |
| Mashaka | Unisex | One who brings trouble | |
| Massai | Unisex | Warrior, brave, strong | |
| Mehkai | Unisex | Joyful; Happy | |
| Meko | Unisex | Sprouting seed; How big | |
| Mhina | Unisex | A pleasing or entertaining person | |
| Mikaili | Unisex | God's messenger | |
| Mikenna | Unisex | One who brings joy | |
| Milandu | Unisex | An answer to the prayers | |
| Mirembe | Unisex | Peace; A peaceful nature; The peaceful world | |
| Miyanda | Unisex | Ancestral roots; The beginning | |
| Morathi | Unisex | An intelligent or wise man | |
| Naiser | Unisex | Founder of belief | |
| Naserian | Unisex | Lucky; Fateful | |
| Nasha | Unisex | Born during the rainy season; Judge | |
| Natine | Unisex | Member of the Natine ethnic group | |
| Natoya | Unisex | Dance or the one who can dance | |
| Neo | Unisex | New; Gift | |
| Ngozi | Unisex | Dedication; Benediction; Consecration | |
| Niani | Unisex | Willful | |
| Nunu | Unisex | Cute; Sweet | |
| Nuru | Unisex | Light | |
| Nyana | Unisex | Little one; Small | |
| Nyara | Unisex | Bright; Shining light | |
| Nyelle | Unisex | Close to God; Women of knowledge | |
| Nyema | Unisex | Calm; Peaceful | |
| Nyemah | Unisex | Graceful; Blessed one | |
| Nyomi | Unisex | Pleasant; Delightful; Beautiful | |
| Nzingha | Unisex | Powerful, warrior, queen | |
| Okal | Unisex | Victory of the people | |
| Okapi | Unisex | Horn; Pity; Mercy | |
| Okoth | Unisex | Talkative person; Sometimes used to refer a crow | |
| Olajuwan | Unisex | The exaltation of the triumph | |
| Olufemi | Unisex | The creator loves us; The precious people of God. | |
| Oluyomi | Unisex | Delivered or sent by God | |
| Onyekachi | Unisex | No one is grander than God | |
| Oratilwe | Unisex | The dearest and darling one | |
| Ororo | Unisex | Woman who dreams | |
| Ousmane | Unisex | God is great; Servant of God | |
| Pretoria | Unisex | A place name; A city in South Africa | |
| Rafiki | Unisex | A friend | |
| Renisha | Unisex | Joyful; Compassionate; Intelligent | |
| Runako | Unisex | Beauty; Handsomeness | |
| Russom | Unisex | One who is a leader; A head of the charge | |
| Ruva | Unisex | Flower | |
| Rwanda | Unisex | Land of a thousand hills | |
| Safari | Unisex | A journey; An expedition | |
| Saidi | Unisex | The auspicious one | |
| Salama | Unisex | Safety and security | |
| Sekani | Unisex | Rejoice; Laughter | |
| Sesi | Unisex | Angel; Messenger | |
| Shabazz | Unisex | Royalty, strength, leadership | |
| Shadae | Unisex | Joyfu; Radiant; Unique | |
| Shange | Unisex | An African clan | |
| Sisi | Unisex | A girl born on a Sunday | |
| Tafadzwa | Unisex | We are pleased | |
| Tajae | Unisex | First born child | |
| Tanisha | Unisex | Born on Monday | |
| Tatenda | Unisex | Southern African name; Thank you | |
| Tene | Unisex | Love | |
| Teonna | Unisex | Divine; Strong; Graceful | |
| Teshi | Unisex | One who is full of laughter | |
| Thebe | Unisex | Shield; Protector | |
| Tiwa | Unisex | One who owns the crown or kingship | |
| Tokunbo | Unisex | One who is from across the seas | |
| Toure | Unisex | One who belongs to Soussou, Africa | |
| Tyrique | Unisex | Powerful; Innovative; Charismatic | |
| Unathi | Unisex | God is with us | |
| Wakanda | Unisex | Magical; Mythical place | |
| Wassa | Unisex | King | |
| Yansi | Unisex | God is gracious; Gift of God | |
| Zamaya | Unisex | Unique; Exotic; Unconventional | |
| Zania | Unisex | Unique; Graceful; Mysterious | |
| Zarie | Unisex | Golden; Precious; Valuable | |
| Zerai | Unisex | The savior | |
| Zhane | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| Ziko | Unisex | Gift of God | |
| Zinzi | Unisex | Beautiful life | |
| Zuri | Unisex | Beautiful | |
| Zuriya | Unisex | Radiant; Flourishing; Blessed | |
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