African Heritage baby names

Names tagged with “African Heritage” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.

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5 names

◈= unisex (gender-neutral)

Khairo
Arabic
84
From Arabic meaning 'good' or 'excellent'. Associated with Egyptian heritage and contemporary African naming traditions.
Fatimatou
Arabic
62
From Arabic Fatimah, meaning 'one who abstains' or 'the shining one'. The -ou suffix is West African (Fulani/Wolof), common in Mauritania, Senegal, and Mali.
Aishat
Arabic
42
From Arabic 'Aisha', meaning 'alive' or 'living'. Widely used in Islamic and West African cultures, particularly among Hausa and Yoruba peoples.
Sharmarke
Arabic
42
From Arabic elements meaning 'sharp' and 'noble,' historically borne by East African leaders and warriors.
Tewodros
Greek
42
Gift of God, from Greek theodoros. A traditional Ethiopian name with deep Christian significance in the Coptic and Orthodox traditions.

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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024