Swahili Baby Names
Names with Swahili roots, from the traditional favorites to the modern picks, with what each one means and how it is doing in the US today. Browse 70+ names, each with its meaning and current US rank.
- #236
Zuri
Swahili · Girl
Means beautiful, a name that celebrates loveliness in every form.
- #494
Nia
Swahili · Girl
Means purpose, a name that walks with intention and strength.
- #523
Imani
Swahili · Girl
Means faith, a grounding name of belief and conviction.
- #533
Aisha
Swahili · Girl
Alive and prosperous, full of vitality.
- #952
Jabari
Swahili · Boy
Brave one, a name of fearless courage and bold heart.
- #1443
Zadie
Swahili · Girl
Means prosperous, a name of flourishing abundance.
- #1494
Sanaa
Swahili · Girl
Means work of art, a name of creative beauty.
- #1769
Jelani
Swahili · Boy
Mighty, a name of great power and commanding presence.
- #1870
Amani
Swahili · Unisex
Wishes of peace and harmony for all.
- #2541
Kato
Swahili · Boy
Second of twins, a name of paired blessing and companionship.
- #2744
Bakari
Swahili · Boy
Noble promise, a name of dignified commitment and sworn honor.
- #2818
Lulu
Swahili · Girl
Means pearl, a precious gem of quiet, lustrous beauty.
- #2843
Jibril
Swahili · Boy
Archangel, a name of divine messaging and celestial power.
- #2845
Kamaria
Swahili · Girl
Means moonlight, a luminous name that glows softly at night.
- #2848
Kazi
Swahili · Boy
Work, a name of industrious purpose and productive energy.
- #3129
Hasani
Swahili · Boy
Handsome, a name of striking beauty and graceful appearance.
- #3273
Jamilah
Swahili · Girl
Means beautiful, a name that celebrates inner and outer grace.
- #3417
Imani
Swahili · Unisex
A spirit of faith and deep belief.
- #3605
Jelani
Swahili · Girl
Means mighty, a powerful name for a strong spirit.
- #3937
Kimani
Swahili · Boy
Beautiful sailor, a name of graceful voyaging and handsome spirit.
- #4071
Hadiya
Swahili · Girl
A gift from the divine, precious and rare.
- #4223
Zuri
Swahili · Boy
Beautiful, a name of striking loveliness and captivating charm.
- #4223
Zuri
Swahili · Unisex
Beautiful in every way, inside and out.
- #5367
Simba
Swahili · Boy
Lion, a name of majestic power and courageous heart.
- #5414
Imamu
Swahili · Boy
Spiritual leader, a name of guided devotion and faithful authority.
- #5576
Raziya
Swahili · Girl
Means agreeable, a harmonious name of easygoing grace.
- #5682
Baraka
Swahili · Unisex
A blessing that overflows with abundance.
- #5682
Baraka
Swahili · Boy
Blessings, a name of divine favor and gracious abundance.
- #5800
Zawadi
Swahili · Girl
Means gift, a name celebrating the treasure of a new child.
- #6400
Lutalo
Swahili · Boy
Warrior, a fighting name of determined courage and purpose.
- #6759
Zikomo
Swahili · Boy
Thank you, a name of grateful heart and appreciative soul.
- #7098
Enzi
Swahili · Unisex
Powerful and mighty, a force of nature.
- #9193
Juma
Swahili · Unisex
Born on a blessed Friday.
- #9869
Jomo
Swahili · Boy
Burning spear, a leader's name of fiery purpose and liberation.
- #10326
Zuberi
Swahili · Boy
Strong, a name of powerful presence and muscular vitality.
- #11135
Bahati
Swahili · Girl
Means luck, a fortunate name for a blessed child.
- #11279
Hodari
Swahili · Boy
Powerful, a name of commanding strength and impressive capability.
- #12084
Rashidi
Swahili · Boy
Wise counselor, a name of mature judgment and thoughtful advice.
- #12539
Daudi
Swahili · Boy
Beloved, a name of cherished affection and treasured warmth.
- #12773
Neema
Swahili · Unisex
A graceful blessing, gentle and kind.
- #12851
Faraji
Swahili · Boy
Consolation, a name of comforting presence and healing solace.
- #12933
Kamau
Swahili · Boy
Quiet warrior, a name of silent strength and strategic calm.
- #13153
Subira
Swahili · Girl
Means patience, a name of quiet endurance and calm strength.
- #13165
Ludo
Swahili · Boy
Born facing downward, a name of humility and grounded beginning.
- #13374
Nuru
Swahili · Boy
Light, a radiant name of illumination and bright hope.
- #13448
Mosi
Swahili · Boy
First born, a name of primary blessing and leading purpose.
- #13521
Makena
Swahili · Boy
Happy one, a name of infectious joy and bright laughter.
- #13553
Mugisha
Swahili · Boy
Lucky one, a name of fortunate blessing and happy fate.
- #14009
Izara
Swahili · Girl
Means section of a tree, a name rooted in nature's strength.
- #14626
Rehema
Swahili · Girl
Means compassion, a tender name of mercy and kindness.
- #15590
Kesi
Swahili · Girl
Means born during difficult times, a name of resilience.
- #15731
Eshe
Swahili · Girl
Means life, a vital name that celebrates existence itself.
- #15869
Hasina
Swahili · Girl
Means good, a name of virtue and kindness.
- #17377
Rashida
Swahili · Girl
Means righteous, a name of moral strength and guidance.
- #17397
Marjani
Swahili · Girl
Means coral, a precious treasure from the warm sea.
- #17498
Penda
Swahili · Girl
Means love, a name of pure and simple affection.
Fenyang
Swahili · Boy
Conqueror, a name of victorious achievement and hard-won triumph.
Furaha
Swahili · Boy
Joy, a name of uncontained happiness and bright celebration.
Gacheru
Swahili · Boy
Tracker, a name of skilled observation and pathfinding ability.
Gathii
Swahili · Boy
Wanderer, a name of adventurous spirit and journeying curiosity.
Hamisi
Swahili · Boy
Born on Thursday, a day-name of purposeful arrival and energy.
Jengo
Swahili · Boy
Building, a name of constructive purpose and growing strength.
Lesi
Swahili · Unisex
A precious one, admired by many.
Maputo
Swahili · Boy
Great river, a name flowing with geographic grandeur and power.
Okello
Swahili · Boy
Born after twins, a name of sequential blessing and arrival.
Pili
Swahili · Girl
Means second born, a name marking one's place in the family.
Rafiki
Swahili · Boy
Friend, a name of loyal companionship and trusted fellowship.
Sefu
Swahili · Boy
Sword, a name of protective sharpness and guarding strength.
Sefu
Swahili · Unisex
A sword of justice, sharp and fair.
Wanjiku
Swahili · Boy
Belonging to the people, a communal name of shared identity.
Wekesa
Swahili · Boy
Born during harvest, a name of abundant timing and plenty.
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