Ethiopian Heritage baby names

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

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4 names

◈= unisex (gender-neutral)

Bamlak
African
42
From Amharic meaning 'he has become great' or 'greatness.' Associated with Ethiopian royal heritage and strength.
Mussie
African
42
From Amharic, a variant of Mussie meaning 'chosen one' or 'beloved,' used in Ethiopian Christian tradition.
Tafari
African
40
The name means 'one who is feared' or 'to be feared' in Amharic, with historical significance as the regnal name of Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia.
Natnael
Hebrew
40
From Hebrew Nathanael meaning 'he gave' or 'God gave'. Common in Ethiopian Christian tradition with strong religious significance.

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