Amharic baby names
628 verified Amharic names from Ethiopia — each with its meaning, how to say it, and its traditional spelling.
A
“A direct, affectionate tribute to one’s father and family roots.”
/ah-BAHT/
“A strong, enduring name inspired by Ethiopia’s great river”
/ah-BY/
“Servant (or worshipper) of God.”
/ab-DOOL-lah/
“Blossom—a cheerful name suggesting a child who brings beauty and new happiness into the family.”
/ah-BEH-bah/
“He blossomed”
/ah-BEH-beh/
“She blossomed”
/ah-BEH-bech/
“Example; model; exemplar.”
/ah-beh-NET/
“Great or distinguished”
/ah-BEEY/
“He saved or rescued”
/ah-DAH-neh/
“She saved or rescued”
/ah-DAH-nech/
“New; fresh beginnings”
/AH-dis/
“The new one; a child who brings a fresh beginning”
/ah-DI-soo/
“A fair-minded and upright man”
/ah-DEEL/
“A fair-minded and upright woman”
/ah-DEE-lah/
“Strong, precious, and resilient like a diamond”
/ad-MAH-soo/
“A traditional Amharic name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”
/ah-DOOG-nah/
“The world; worldly life.”
/ah-DOON-ya/
“A golden voice or a person whose words are precious”
/ah-feh-WORK/
“A person whose words are golden and precious”
/ah-feh-WOR-kee/
“Most praised; highly commendable.”
/AH-med/
“Alive, vibrant, and full of life”
/EYE-shah/
“His very being or embodied presence”
/ah-KAH-loo/
“My crown.”
/ahk-LEE-leh/
“His crown; a child held in honor”
/ahk-LEE-loo/
“A name associated with wisdom and learning”
/ah-KLOG/
“Eleazar; God has helped”
/ah-lah-ZAR/
“The world; a name expressing wide hopes and possibility”
/AH-lem/
“One who has seen the world”
/ah-lem-ah-YEH-hoo/
“You are my world”
/ah-lem-NESH/
“Sun of the world”
/ah-lem-tsah-HIGH/
“Of the world; belonging to the world”
/ah-LEH-moo/
“We have.”
/ah-LEH-neh/
“Your bed.”
/al-gah-NESH/
“A precious and wonderfully strong spirit”
/ahl-MAHZ/
“A traditional Amharic name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”
/al-TAH-yeh/
“Wing.”
/ah-LOO-lah/
“Peace and security”
/AH-mahn/
“God is with us”
/ah-mahn-oo-EL/
“He became beautiful”
/ah-MAH-reh/
“She is beautiful”
/ah-MAH-rech/
“Golden character; character/nature of gold.”
/ah-meh-leh-WORK/
“Strength and power”
/AHM-hah/
“A trustworthy and dependable man”
/ah-MEEN/
“A trustworthy and faithful woman”
/ah-MEE-nah/
“Princess; female commander or leader.”
/ah-MEE-rah/
“God has restored/returned her.”
/am-leh-SET/
“My likeness; my image; example.”
/am-SAH-leh/
“His image or likeness”
/ahm-SAH-loo/
“The lion; brave and strong-hearted”
/ahm-beh-SAW/
“Lion; a bold and courageous child”
/ahm-BESS-ah/
“One world; a name expressing unity and wholeness”
/ahn-doo-AH-lem/
“Friendly and companionable”
/ah-NEE-sah/
“You have made things firm and secure”
/ah-reh-GASH/
“Steadfast and firm”
/ah-reh-GAH-wee/
“A traditional Amharic name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”
/ah-RON/
“A revered Christian saint’s name”
/ar-SEH-mah/
“One who grows in strength and achievement”
/ah-SEH-fah/
“One who inspires reverence”
/ah-SEH-ged/
“He expanded or increased”
/ahs-FAW/
“Victorious; a winner”
/ah-sheh-NAH-fee/
“A name associated with making beautiful or bringing beauty into the world”
/ahs-NAH-keh/
“She made [it/someone] beautiful.”
/ah-snah-KECH/
“A sacred offering or tenth portion”
/ahs-RAT/
“He made greater or more abundant”
/ah-SSEH-fah/
“Star”
/AH-stehr/
“Flower or blossom”
/ah-TSEH-deh/
“He knows or he understands—a thoughtful and perceptive name”
/ah-WEH-keh/
“One who sees clearly and attentively”
/ah-yah-LEW/
“He saw or has seen”
/ah-YEH-leh/
“She saw or has seen”
/ah-YEH-lech/
“We saw him / we have seen him.”
/ah-yeh-NEW/
“New eye; new vision.”
/eye-NAH-dis/
“The eye of the world; one who sees widely and wisely”
/eye-nah-LEM/
“You are my eye; a precious one to cherish”
/eye-NESH/
“The south; traditionally associated with the Queen of Sheba”
/AH-zeb/
“Harvest and seasonal abundance”
/az-MEH-rah/
B
“Sea; vast and enduring”
/BAH-heer/
“A historic Ethiopian name associated with strength and distinction”
/BAHL-chah/
“By God’s grace”
/BAHM-lahk/
“God is with you”
/ban-chee-AM-lak/
“Likely “let it be yours,” if representing the Amharic expression ባንተ ይሁን (Banteyhun).”
/ban-tah-YEH-hoo/
“A source of encouragement and comfort to others”
/BAR-na-bas/
“A joyful name expressing that life has been seen and experienced”
/bah-YOOSH/
“By his will or according to his purpose”
/beh-feh-KAH-doo/
“He has blossomed and flourished”
/beh-KEH-leh/
“She has blossomed and flourished”
/beh-KEH-lech/
“He ate them.”
/be-LA-chew/
“Above; outstanding and elevated”
/beh-LIE/
“You are elevated and exceptional”
/beh-LIE-neh/
“You are elevated and exceptional”
/beh-LIE-nesh/
“He has excelled and gone beyond”
/beh-LEH-teh/
“She has excelled and gone beyond”
/beh-LEH-tech/
“A blessing and gift from God”
/beh-reh-KET/
“A bright light bringing hope and warmth”
/behr-HAHN/
“My light, with the warm sense of divine guidance”
/ber-HAH-neh/
“May God’s light shine through him”
/ber-HAH-noo/
“Bethlehem; a name rich with Christian heritage”
/beh-tehl-HEHM/
“Bethlehem, traditionally understood as the house of bread—a warm symbol of home and belonging.”
/beh-teh-lee-HEM/
“House of God.”
/BEH-thel/
“Betty, an English diminutive of Elizabeth.”
/BEH-tee/
“Surrounded by prayer and loving hope”
/beh-tseh-LOHT/
“A name associated with strength and dignity”
/beh-YEH-neh/
“Redemption; a precious source of saving grace”
/BEH-zah/
“Benjamin; a cherished son”
/bin-YAHM/
“My light; a bright blessing in the family”
/beer-HAH-neh/
“His light; radiant and full of hope”
/beer-HAH-noo/
“Orange; bright, joyful, and sweet”
/beer-too-KAHN/
“Bright; shining.”
/BI-roo/
“Blessed and fortunate”
/bee-ROOK/
“A blessed and fortunate woman”
/bee-ROOKT/
“Blessed and beautiful, a loving name for a daughter whose birth is treasured.”
/bee-rook-TAH-wit/
“Good news; glad tidings.”
/BIS-raht/
“A traditional name apparently based on ቢተው, “if he leaves it/him” or “let it be left”; the supplied relief gloss is not a reliable literal meaning.”
/bee-TEW/
“Abundant, cherished, and richly blessed”
/bee-zoo-NESH/
“A radiant, glowing presence”
/BLEHN/
“A strong and victorious person”
/boh-GAH-leh/
C
D
“Again; a joyful new beginning”
/DAH-gim/
“The second-born; a treasured second child”
/dag-MAH-wee/
“The second-born; a treasured second child”
/dag-MAH-wit/
“A name associated with seeing and understanding”
/DAHG-nyew/
““Listen to him.””
/DAHM-tew/
“Beloved”
/DAH-wit/
“He has blossomed and flourished”
/deh-BEH-beh/
“Meaning uncertain; do not assign “a strong and resilient woman” as a literal meaning.”
/deh-BREE-too/
““They supported him” or “they upheld him.””
/deh-GEH-foo/
“The good and kind one”
/DEH-goo/
“My support; a dependable and cherished child”
/deh-JEH-neh/
“A cherished traditional name associated with happiness and well-being”
/del-NESH/
“He has brightened; a radiant and uplifting presence”
/deh-MEH-keh/
““His replacement/substitute,” or “one who replaces him.””
/deh-meh-LAHSH/
“A traditional Ethiopian woman’s name, warmly associated with strength and achievement”
/deh-RAHR-too/
“He has grown in wisdom and maturity”
/deh-REH-jeh/
“You have brought joy, a tender celebration of a much-loved daughter.”
/deh-sah-LECH/
“I am happy; a child who brings joy”
/deh-SAH-legn/
“Happiness and delight—a warm name for a much-loved daughter.”
/DEH-set/
“Joy; happiness”
/DES-tah/
“You are wonderful; a truly remarkable girl”
/din-ki-NESH/
“A remarkable and wonderful child”
/DIN-koo/
E
“Eden; a place of delight and paradise”
/EE-den/
““I saw much/a great deal.””
/eh-jee-gah-YEH-hoo/
“God; a name expressing reverence for the Lord”
/eg-zee-AH-bher/
“A form of Helen, traditionally associated with light and radiance”
/eh-LEH-nee/
“Elizabeth; “God is my oath””
/eh-lee-za-BET/
“El Shaddai; God Almighty, expressing divine protection and strength”
/el-sha-DYE/
“God is with us; a name expressing divine closeness”
/eh-man-oo-EL/
“Lady or noblewoman, warmly honoring her dignity”
/EM-bet/
“Lady or noblewoman; a dignified and cherished daughter”
/eh-meh-BET/
“A traditional Ethiopian name associated with princely dignity and honor”
/eh-MEE-roo/
“Faith; a name expressing trust, hope, and spiritual strength”
/EM-net/
“Mother; a warm name honoring nurture, love, and family”
/EH-nat/
“A traditional Ethiopian name expressing continuity with a family or community”
/en-DAH-leh/
“A traditional Ethiopian name expressing steadfast presence and belonging”
/en-da-LEW/
““As he wishes” or “according to his desire.””
/en-deh-SHAW/
“A precious jewel; someone treasured dearly”
/EN-koo/
“A form of Ephraim, traditionally associated with fruitfulness and flourishing”
/EH-frem/
“Jeremiah; traditionally understood as “the Lord exalts””
/er-mee-AS/
“Isaiah; “the Lord is salvation””
/eh-SAH-yas/
“A traditional Ethiopian name associated with newness, freshness, and renewal”
/eh-sheh-TOO/
“A feminine Ethiopian form of Alexander, associated with protecting and defending”
/es-keh-DAR/
“A form of Alexander, associated with strength and protection”
/es-KIN-der/
“Stephen; a name associated with honor and a crown”
/es-tee-FAH-nos/
“He is there for me; a name conveying dependable support”
/eh-soo-ba-LEW/
“You are my lady; a tender expression of honor and affection”
/eh-teh-NESH/
“Tree of paradise; a name suggesting beauty, blessing, and flourishing”
/et-seh-geh-NET/
“Tree of life; a beautiful wish for vitality and a long, flourishing life”
/et-seh-hee-WOT/
“Knowledge; a child valued for wisdom and understanding”
/ew-keh-TOO/
“Truth; an honest and sincere person”
/ew-neh-TOO/
“Joshua; the Lord is salvation”
/eh-YAH-soo/
“Jerusalem, a name recalling the holy city and its spiritual heritage”
/eh-yeh-roo-sa-LEM/
“Joel; “the Lord is God””
/eh-YOH-el/
F
“Light that brightens the way”
/FAH-nah/
“My light and source of brightness”
/fah-nah-YEH/
“A replacement or substitute; often a child regarded as coming “in place of” someone or something lost.”
/FAN-ta/
“Easter, the season of renewal and joyful hope”
/fah-SEE-kah/
“A historic Ethiopian Christian name, associated with strength and joyful celebration”
/FAH-seel/
“His will, purpose, or good intention”
/feh-KAH-doo/
“One who flourishes and grows beautifully”
/feh-LEH-keh/
“A girl who flourishes and blossoms”
/feh-LEH-kech/
“Golden thread; a precious and beautiful child”
/FET-leh-work/
“February.”
/FEH-ven/
“May his wishes and purpose be fulfilled”
/fi-KAH-doo/
“Love and affection”
/fi-KEER/
“A beloved child, cherished with love”
/fi-KEER-teh/
“My love; a heartfelt expression of affection”
/FIK-reh/
“Love of the Father; a name expressing devotion and faith”
/FIK-reh-ahb/
“Love of Mary”
/FIK-reh-mah-ree-AHM/
“Love of the Holy Trinity”
/FIK-reh-seh-LAHS-see/
“Love, tenderness and affection”
/FIK-ret/
“Love of Jesus”
/FIK-reh-YEH-soos/
“Affectionate and loving”
/fi-lee-MON/
“Paradise; a life filled with beauty and peace”
/feer-DAW-see/
“Joy and gladness”
/fi-SEH-hah/
“Wholeness, excellence and perfection”
/FIT-soom/
“Just, fair, or upright”
/FIT-wee/
“Flower.”
/fee-YOR-ee/
“Successful and victorious”
/FOH-zee-ah/
“Fruit of life; a child who brings life and blessing”
/freh-hee-WOT/
“His fruit; the cherished result of blessing and growth”
/FREH-oo/
“Fruit of the vine; a symbol of abundance and blessing”
/freh-WAY-nee/
“Fruit and seed; by extension, offspring or fruitfulness.”
/FREH-zer/
G
“His shield—a name expressing protection and strength”
/GAH-shaw/
“A devoted servant; often used as a shortened traditional name”
/GEH-breh/
“A devoted servant of God”
/geh-breh-gzee-AHB-her/
“A servant of life”
/geh-breh-HEE-wot/
“Servant of the covenant”
/geh-breh-ki-DAHN/
“Servant of Christ”
/geh-breh-KRIS-tos/
“A devoted servant of Mary”
/geh-breh-mah-ree-AHM/
“A devoted servant of the Saviour”
/geh-breh-MED-hin/
“A devoted servant of Michael”
/geh-breh-mee-kah-EL/
“A devoted servant of the Holy Trinity”
/geh-breh-seh-LAHS-see/
“A servant of the Resurrection”
/geh-breh-ten-SAH-eh/
“A devoted servant of Jesus”
/geh-breh-YEH-soos/
“God is my strength”
/geh-bree-EL/
“A devoted servant of God; often used as a shortened traditional name”
/GEH-broo/
“Paradise—a joyful name for a beloved child”
/geh-NET/
“My wealth; my money or treasure.”
/gen-zeh-BEH/
“Their lord or master”
/geh-TAH-chew/
“May he become a lord—a name of dignity and aspiration”
/geh-TAH-hoon/
“His lord or master”
/GEH-too/
“He subdued me; he conquered me (also interpretable as “he bought me,” depending on context).”
/geh-zah-HEGN/
“Majesty, dignity, and greatness”
/GEER-mah/
“My majesty—a name carrying hopes of greatness”
/geer-MY/
“George, traditionally associated with courage and steadfastness”
/gee-YOR-gees/
“One who rules or leads them”
/gee-ZAH-chew/
“One who rules or leads”
/gee-ZOW/
H
“Beloved and dearly cherished”
/ha-BEE-bah/
“His wealth or the wealthy one”
/hab-TAH-moo/
“Wealth or prosperity”
/HAB-teh/
“The wealth or blessing of Mary”
/hab-teh-mah-REE-am/
“The wealth or blessing of Michael”
/hab-teh-mee-KAH-el/
“A child who is a blessing or treasure”
/hab-teh-WOLD/
“New or fresh”
/HAH-dahs/
“Country, homeland, or nation”
/HAH-ger/
“Joy or happiness”
/HAH-gos/
“My strength or his strength”
/HAH-lee/
“The strength of Mary”
/high-leh-mah-REE-am/
“The strength of Michael”
/high-leh-mee-KAH-el/
“The strength of the Holy Trinity”
/high-leh-seh-LAHS-see/
“The strength of Jesus”
/high-leh-YEH-soos/
“His strength”
/HAH-loo/
“Faith or religious devotion”
/high-mah-NOHT/
“A wise and thoughtful man”
/hah-KEEM/
“A wise and thoughtful woman”
/hah-KEE-mah/
“Gentle, patient, and kind-hearted”
/ha-LEE-mah/
“A warm-season name evoking summer skies and flourishing nature”
/HAM-leh/
“Strong, steadfast, or lion-like; an Arabic name used among Ethiopian Muslims”
/HAM-zah/
“Grace or favor”
/HAH-nah/
“Mercy, compassion, or kindness”
/HAH-nahn/
“Grace, kindness, and a gentle spirit”
/HAN-nah/
“Grapevine; vine of wine.”
/ha-reh-geh-WOY-in/
“Good, handsome, or admirable; an Arabic name used among Ethiopian Muslims”
/HAS-san/
“Eve; the first woman”
/HAH-wah/
“Faith and a life devoted to God”
/high-mah-NOT/
“Eve; the mother of humanity”
/HEH-wahn/
“Hidar, marking the month in which the child was born.”
/HEE-dahr/
“A child blessed with wisdom and good judgment”
/HIK-maht/
“Liberated or free-spirited”
/hee-ROOT/
“Life”
/hee-WOHT/
“Good or beautiful; an Arabic name used among Ethiopian Muslims”
/hoo-SAYN/
I
“Father of multitudes, a hopeful name for a child surrounded by love”
/ib-rah-HEEM/
“Smile, celebrating the happiness and warmth a child brings”
/ib-ti-SAHM/
“The prophet Idris, remembered in Islamic tradition for wisdom and devotion”
/ID-ris/
“Goodness and excellence, wishing a child a generous and noble character”
/ih-SAHN/
“Honor, generosity, and graciousness toward others”
/ik-RAHM/
“Inspiration, a beautiful wish for a child who brings fresh ideas and hope”
/il-HAHM/
“My God is the Lord, expressing deep faith and devotion”
/il-YAHS/
“Faith, trust, and a heart grounded in belief”
/ee-MAHN/
“God is with us, a reassuring and deeply cherished blessing”
/im-MAN-yoo-el/
“Victory and triumph, celebrating a child who brings strength and joy”
/in-ti-SAHR/
“Read or recite, associated with learning, wisdom, and a love of knowledge”
/IK-rah/
“Jesus, the beloved name of the central figure of Christianity”
/EE-sah/
“The Lord is salvation, a name filled with hope and protection”
/eye-ZAY-as/
“Devotion and submission to God, with associations of peace and wholeness”
/iss-LAHM/
“God hears, offering comfort and confidence that prayers are received”
/iss-mah-EEL/
“Night journey, a name associated with a wondrous spiritual journey”
/ISS-rah/
“One who strives with God, suggesting courage, perseverance, and spiritual strength”
/IZ-rah-el/
“The Lord is salvation, a traditional Ethiopian Christian name rich in faith”
/ee-YAH-soo/
“Jesus, or salvation, a profoundly cherished Christian name”
/ee-YEH-soos/
J
“One who brings comfort and helps make things whole”
/JAH-beer/
“A life-giving stream and a source of goodness”
/JAH-far/
“A person of dignity, honor, and greatness”
/jah-LAHL/
“A person of faith, dignity, and noble character”
/jah-LAHL-oo-deen/
“A noble and highly honored person”
/jah-LEEL/
“A handsome and gracious person”
/jeh-MEEL/
“A child who brings the peace and joy of paradise”
/JAN-nat/
“A child as fragrant, delicate, and lovely as the jasmine flower”
/JAZ-min/
“A precious and treasured person”
/JOW-har/
“A beautiful, graceful person”
/jeh-MAHL/
“A person whose character brings beauty and honor to their faith”
/jeh-MAHL-oo-deen/
“A beautiful person with a warm and gracious spirit”
/jeh-MEE-lah/
“A heavenly messenger and bearer of good news”
/JIB-reel/
“A determined person who strives for what is right and worthwhile”
/jee-HAHD/
“A person with a broad spirit and a world of promise ahead”
/jee-HAHN/
“A child associated with the blessings and joy of gathering together”
/JOO-mah/
“A brave young person with a courageous heart”
/joo-NAYD/
“A cherished young woman with a gentle and dignified spirit”
/joo-WAY-ree-yah/
K
“A child of promise and faithful love”
/kahl-kee-DAHN/
“A treasured blessing and recompense”
/KAH-sah/
“A precious blessing and source of comfort”
/kah-sah-HOON/
“My treasured reward and blessing”
/kah-sah-YEH/
“A cherished blessing and reward”
/KAH-soo/
“You are held in love and protection”
/keh-beh-BOOSH/
“He has grown in greatness and strength”
/keh-BEH-deh/
“She has grown in greatness and strength”
/keh-BEH-dech/
“Honored, respected, or held in high esteem”
/keh-BOOR/
“He is lifted up and honored”
/keh-fyah-LEW/
“A child whose presence brings life and community”
/keh-TEH-mah/
“A child of promise and faithful bonds”
/kee-DAHN/
“A sign of a cherished covenant”
/kee-DAH-neh/
“A child entrusted to the covenant of Mary”
/kee-dah-neh-mah-ree-AHM/
“A child embraced by a covenant of mercy”
/kee-dah-neh-mih-HRET/
“Holy, pure, and deeply cherished”
/kee-DIST/
“Holy and blessed”
/kee-DOOS/
“One among the holy and blessed”
/kee-doo-SAHN/
“My cherished portion and blessing”
/KIF-leh/
“A life-giving name evoking rain, renewal, and green growing things”
/kee-REHMT/
“Cyrus, a historic royal name carried with dignity”
/kee-ROHS/
“A shining star in the family”
/koh-KEB/
“Beautiful and lovely”
/kohn-JEET/
“Beautiful, lovely, and pleasing”
/KON-jo/
“A name honoring Christ and Christian faith”
/kris-TOHS/
“One who brings people together in harmony”
/koo-meh-LAH-chew/
L
“Let me praise; a name expressing gratitude”
/lah-MES-gen/
“Her desire; her wish.”
/lam-ROT/
“For the world; a child with a generous place in the world”
/leh-AH-lem/
“Cultivated, flourishing, or thriving”
/LEH-mah/
“Fresh, green, and flourishing”
/LEHM-lehm/
“Cultivated, flourishing, or thriving”
/LEH-mah/
“For the light; devoted to a life of brightness and hope”
/leh-teh-BRAN/
“For Christ; a name expressing devotion and faith”
/leh-teh-KRIS-tos/
“Prince; someone of noble or royal standing”
/LEH-ool/
“A prince who bows down in worship”
/LEH-ool-seh-ged/
“Birth, renewal, or a joyful new beginning”
/lee-DEHT/
“His birth; a cherished child whose arrival is celebrated”
/lee-DEH-too/
“Golden tongue; gifted with beautiful and persuasive speech”
/lee-sah-neh-WORK/
“Unique, special, and wonderfully distinct”
/lee-YOO/
“Pearl; a precious treasure”
/LOOL/
“Pearl; a precious and beautiful treasure”
/LOO-lit/
M
“Woman from Magdala.”
/mag-dah-LEH-nah/
“A joyful hymn of praise”
/MAH-let/
“A traditional Ethiopian given name whose exact original sense is not certain, but which is warmly established in use”
/MAH-moh/
“Mary, the revered mother of Jesus”
/mah-ree-AHM/
“Wisdom, understanding, and good judgment”
/mas-teh-WAL/
“Matthew, traditionally understood as “gift of God””
/mah-TEH-woss/
“A gift from God”
/mah-teh-OS/
“Gift from God”
/mat-TEH-wos/
“Matthias, traditionally understood as “gift of God””
/mah-TEE-ass/
“A sweet fragrance or pleasing aroma”
/meh-AH-zah/
“Light and brightness”
/MEH-brat/
“My light, a tender name for a beloved daughter”
/meh-BRAH-teh/
“His light; a child who brings brightness to the family”
/meh-BRAH-too/
“Savior; redeemer.”
/med-HAH-neh/
“The Savior of the world”
/med-hah-nee-AH-lem/
“Healing, rescue, and salvation”
/med-hah-NEET/
“A saving and healing presence”
/MEHD-hin/
“Merciful and compassionate”
/meh-HAH-ree/
“A compassionate woman with a merciful heart”
/meh-HEH-ret/
“A woman of Magdala; a name evoking dignity and strength”
/mek-deh-LAH-wit/
“A sacred place; a name with a feeling of holiness and dignity”
/MEK-dess/
“A precious gift or special talent”
/MEK-lit/
“A respected leader or noble official”
/meh-KON-nen/
“Honor, glory, or dignity”
/meh-KOO-ree-ah/
“My angel, a cherished child and blessing”
/meh-LAH-koo/
“One who has returned, or a long-awaited child”
/MEH-less/
“A name associated with leaving past troubles behind and beginning anew”
/me-NAS-see/
“Menelik, the historic Ethiopian royal name associated with strength and heritage”
/meh-neh-LEEK/
“A traditional Amharic name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”
/meh-NEN/
“How beautiful!; what beauty!”
/men-teh-WAB/
“Joy—a bright name celebrating the happiness of a new child.”
/MEH-ron/
“One who resembles or takes after someone beloved”
/meh-SIGH/
“Likeness; resemblance.”
/meh-SEH-loo/
“A strong foundation for life”
/meh-SEH-ret/
“A noble and dignified son”
/MES-feen/
“The cross, a strong Christian symbol of faith”
/MES-kel/
“Named for Meskerem, the first month of the Ethiopian calendar and a season of new beginnings”
/mes-keh-REM/
“A shining mirror, reflecting beauty and character”
/mes-tah-WET/
“A sacred song of praise—a celebratory name for a child welcomed with gratitude.”
/MEZ-moor/
“Mercy, compassion, and loving-kindness”
/MIH-ret/
“A child surrounded by mercy and compassion”
/mih-REH-too/
“Michael, traditionally understood as “Who is like God?””
/mee-kah-EL/
“Success, achievement, or good fortune (an Oromo/Afaan Oromo term, rather than Amharic).”
/MIL-kee/
“A child of immense worth and abundance”
/MIL-yohn/
“Minas, the name of a revered Christian saint”
/MEE-nass/
“A child understood as coming from God”
/min-tes-NOOT/
“Produce, yield, or harvest.”
/MEERT/
“Thanksgiving and grateful praise to God”
/mis-GAH-nah/
“A thankful and appreciative heart”
/mis-gah-NAW/
“A beloved child who fills a precious place in the family”
/mih-TEE-koo/
“Grace, favor, and goodwill”
/MOH-gess/
“Filled, complete, or fulfilled”
/MOL-lah/
“His fullness; his abundance.”
/moo-LA-too/
“Whole, complete, and fulfilled”
/MOO-loo/
“A child precious to the whole world”
/moo-loo-ah-LEM/
“A complete or whole lady/woman.”
/moo-loo-eh-meh-BET/
“Complete victory and success”
/moo-loo-GEH-tah/
“You are complete and whole”
/moo-loo-NESH/
“Pure gold; a precious and deeply treasured child”
/moo-loo-WORK/
N
“Precious, refined, and dearly valued”
/nah-FEE-sah/
“Comfort and consolation”
/NAH-hom/
“A distinguished royal name from Ethiopian history”
/NAH-od/
“A fragrant flowering plant, evoking beauty and grace”
/NAR-dos/
“A gift from God”
/NAH-tan/
“God has given”
/nat-na-EL/
“The prophet, a person of spiritual wisdom”
/neh-BEE-yoo/
“He has dawned; a bright new beginning”
/NEH-gah/
“King, ruler, or one with authority”
/neh-GASH/
“He reigned; he became king.”
/neh-GESS-eh/
“A name associated with the month of August”
/neh-HAH-seh/
“God comforts”
/neh-HEH-mee-ah/
“Freedom and the strength to live openly”
/net-sa-NET/
“His dawn; the promise of a bright beginning”
/nee-GAH-too/
“Queen; a name of dignity and leadership”
/nee-GIST/
“King, a name of leadership and authority”
/NEE-goos/
“His king; a name carrying royal strength and honor”
/nee-GOO-soo/
“Comforted and cherished”
/noo-ha-MEEN/
O
“One devoted to serving God”
/oh-bah-DYAH/
“Long-lived and flourishing”
/OH-mehr/
“Helpful, valuable, and a blessing to others”
/oh-neh-SEE-mos/
“A respected and steadfast name associated with the early Muslim community”
/OOS-mahn/
“God is my strength”
/OHT-nee-el/
P
“Strong, powerful, and courageous”
/pan-krah-TOHS/
“All-compassionate and merciful”
/pan-teh-leh-WOHN/
“Connected with Easter and the joy of renewal”
/PAHS-kahl/
“A humble or little one; the Ethiopian form of Paul”
/PAW-lohs/
“A strong and steadfast person, like a rock”
/PEH-trohs/
“A cherished and venerable woman”
/pris-KIL-lah/
Q
“A cherished connection to Zion and the Christian faith”
/qal-et-see-ON/
“A treasured covenant and promise”
/qal-kee-DAHN/
“Golden in color; radiant and precious”
/qel-em-eh-WORK/
“Holy and devoted; a child regarded as a blessing”
/QEE-doos/
“Poetry; a traditional Ethiopian poetic verse or poetic composition.”
/QEE-neh/
“A precious offering and blessing”
/QOOR-bahn/
R
“Fresh and renewing like springtime”
/RAH-bee-ah/
“Exalted, honored, and held in high esteem”
/RAH-fee/
“A friend of God”
/rah-goo-EL/
“A gentle, cherished one”
/RAH-hel/
“Mercy, compassion, and tenderness”
/RAH-mah/
“Born in or associated with the holy month of Ramadan”
/rah-mah-DAHN/
“A focused person who aims high”
/RAH-mee/
“Wisely guided and on the right path”
/rah-SHEED/
“Wisely guided and flourishing in the right direction”
/rah-SHEE-dah/
“Fresh, flourishing, and abundantly blessed”
/RYE-yan/
“Captivating and warmly cherished”
/reh-BEH-kah/
“A source of help and blessing”
/reh-dee-ET/
“One who triumphs and overcomes”
/REH-tah/
“Contentment, peace, and gracious acceptance”
/REE-dah/
“Fragrant, graceful, and refreshing”
/ree-HAH-nah/
“A life of spaciousness, freedom, and abundance”
/roh-hoh-BOT/
“Pomegranate, a symbol of abundance and beauty”
/roh-MAHN/
“A friend of God”
/roo-EL/
“God has healed”
/roo-fah-EL/
“She has received mercy; shown mercy.”
/roo-HAH-mah/
“One who rises in honor and grace”
/roo-KEE-yah/
S
“A patient and resilient man”
/sah-BEER/
“A patient and resilient woman”
/sah-BEE-rah/
“Pure-hearted and sincere”
/sah-FEE-yah/
“Mercy or compassion”
/SAH-leh/
“Gold of mercy, suggesting preciousness and blessing”
/SAH-leh-work/
“A man who brings peace and security”
/sah-LEEM/
“A peaceful and protected woman”
/sah-LEE-mah/
“She has prospered and flourished”
/sam-rah-WEET/
“Princess; noblewoman”
/SAH-rah/
“Praise or praise to God”
/SEB-hat/
“Ear of grain; a name associated with abundance and growth”
/SEB-leh/
“Golden grain; a warm name for abundance and preciousness”
/SEB-leh-work/
“Veranda, balcony, or porch.”
/seh-geh-NET/
“His sword; a strong and protective name”
/SAY-foo/
“Peace”
/seh-LAHM/
“A peaceful and calm person”
/seh-lah-MAH-wee/
“Peaceful; full of peace”
/seh-lah-MAH-wit/
“You are peace”
/seh-lahm-NESH/
“An evening companion or one who engages in evening conversation.”
/seh-MEE-rah/
“Goodness; a lovely and good person”
/seh-NIGHT/
“Sabbath; Sunday.”
/sen-beh-REH/
“A bright early-summer name, associated with warmth and growth”
/SEH-neh/
“Woman; female person.”
/seh-WEET/
“Humanity or human nature”
/SEW-net/
“An appointed or chosen person”
/say-OOM/
“A traditional Amharic name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”
/SHAM-bel/
“Beautiful and graceful”
/SHEH-weet/
“One who spreads or expands; traditionally associated with growth and reach”
/shih-feh-RAW/
“A traditional Amharic name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”
/shih-MEH-lis/
“Thanks or gratitude”
/SHOOK-ree/
“Appointment, rank, or honor”
/SHOO-met/
“A traditional Amharic name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”
/sih-LEH-shee/
““Hear/listen to me” (Amharic ስማኝ), not “remember me.””
/see-MEGN/
“A name expressing wonder: “what have I seen?””
/sin-tah-YEH-hoo/
“Blessing or good fortune”
/sih-SIGH/
“The gift”
/sih-toh-TAW/
“Wisdom”
/soh-FEE-ah/
“Commonly glossed as “sunshine” or “sunlight”; it is not an established Amharic expression for peace and grace.”
/soh-lee-YAH-nah/
“Crown or wreath of honor”
/steh-FAH-nos/
“Happiness, good fortune, and joy”
/soo-AHD/
“A seraph or heavenly angel”
/soo-rah-FEL/
T
“A graceful gazelle, suggesting beauty and liveliness”
/TAB-ih-tha/
“Fortunate and blessed with good fortune”
/tah-DEH-leh/
“He has been renewed and blessed with fresh hope.”
/tah-DESS-eh/
“One who inspires awe; a dignified and remarkable child”
/tah-FAH-ree/
““He overflowed” or “he became abundant,” from Amharic ተፈሰ.”
/tah-FESS-eh/
“Traditionally associated with the sun; often glossed simply as “sun.””
/TAI-too/
“A dependable child who inspires trust.”
/tah-MEH-neh/
“Miracle—a joyful name for a child whose arrival feels wonderfully blessed.”
/tah-mee-RAHT/
“A child who brings wonder and triumph”
/tah-MEE-roo/
“A child whose presence is precious and dearly cherished.”
/TAH-yeh/
“A gift from God.”
/TED-ross/
“A respected and honorable person.”
/teh-FEH-rah/
“Revered and held in awe”
/teh-FEH-ree/
“A precious child who has been found and welcomed with joy.”
/teh-GEH-nyeh/
““Replace me” or “substitute for me” (Amharic ተካልኝ).”
/teh-kah-LYIN/
“A long-awaited child whose arrival brings joy.”
/teh-KESS-teh/
“A child who grows strong and rooted, like a flourishing plant.”
/TEK-leh/
“A child rooted in faith and spiritual strength.”
/TEK-leh-high-mah-NOT/
“May his life be filled with praise and gratitude.”
/teh-MESS-gen/
““He found gold” (ተናኘ ወርቅ).”
/teh-nag-neh-WORK/
“A child whose arrival feels like an answered prayer.”
/teh-SEH-mah/
“Hope, optimism, and trust in God”
/TES-fah/
“A child who brings hope and encouragement.”
/tes-FAH-hoon/
“My hope and the promise of a bright future.”
/tes-FAH-yeh/
“A child associated with growth, healing, and improvement.”
/teh-SHAH-leh/
“A child destined for purpose and responsibility.”
/teh-SHOH-meh/
“A beautiful and graceful child.”
/teh-WAH-beh/
“She is beautiful and lovely”
/teh-wah-BECH/
“He is handsome and lovely”
/teh-wah-BEH-woo/
“Beloved, cherished, or widely loved”
/teh-woh-DAJ/
“A gift from God”
/teh-woh-DROS/
“A wise and thoughtful child.”
/tih-BEH-boo/
“A diligent person who keeps going with patience”
/tee-GAH-boo/
“A patient, steady, and resilient woman.”
/tee-GIST/
“A child who offers shelter, protection, and support.”
/tee-LAH-hoon/
“A beloved child who is a source of comfort and protection.”
/tee-LAH-yeh/
“A good-hearted and kind person.”
/TEE-roo/
“A son praised for his goodness and kind character.”
/tee-roo-NEH/
“A daughter celebrated for her goodness and kind character.”
/tee-roo-NESH/
“A precious person with a good heart”
/ti-roo-WORK/
“My good one; a tender name expressing affection and appreciation”
/tee-ROO-yeh/
“A cherished memory and treasured remembrance.”
/tee-ZEE-tah/
“The Amharic form of Thomas, traditionally associated with a twin”
/toh-MAHS/
“A bright, radiant presence”
/tseh-DAHL/
“The freshness, renewal, and promise of spring”
/tseh-DAY/
“Grace, blessing, and goodness.”
/TSEH-gah/
“A child surrounded by grace and blessing.”
/tseh-GAH-hoon/
“A child seen as a personal blessing and gift of grace.”
/tseh-GAH-yeh/
“A graceful Ethiopian name associated with the rose and its beauty”
/tseh-geh-REH-dah/
“A radiant child who brings warmth and light.”
/tseh-HIGH/
“A daughter who is the light and warmth of her family.”
/tseh-high-NESH/
“Flower or blossom”
/TSEE-geh/
U
W
“My kinsman or my beloved relative”
/weh-GEH-neh/
“A traditional Ethiopian personal name associated with heritage and identity”
/woh-gah-YEH-hoo/
“Grape-like and graceful, evoking sweetness and abundance”
/woy-neh-SHET/
“Son of Gabriel, a name with a treasured Christian heritage”
/wol-deh-geh-bree-EL/
“Son of Mary, expressing a cherished Christian heritage”
/wol-deh-mah-ree-AHM/
“Son of Michael, carrying the protection and strength associated with the archangel”
/wol-deh-mee-kah-EL/
“Son of the Trinity, a name rooted in Christian faith”
/wol-deh-seh-LAH-see/
“Son of the Resurrection, a name of hope and renewed life”
/wol-deh-ten-SAH-eh/
“Son of John, expressing a cherished family and Christian connection”
/wol-deh-yoh-HAH-nes/
“Man-breaker/destroyer; a forceful name built from “man” and “breaker/destroyer.””
/won-dah-FRASH/
“His brother—a name celebrating the blessing of family”
/wun-dee-MOO/
“One who has found a brother—a joyful name of kinship”
/wund-mah-GEHN/
“A man of firm character and resolve”
/wun-dwoh-SUN/
“You are gold, precious and deeply valued”
/wor-KNESH/
“Gold, expressing preciousness, prosperity, and lasting worth”
/work/
“Her gold, a precious and treasured daughter”
/wor-KEE-too/
“He has decided—a name expressing determination”
/woh-SEH-neh/
“Boundary or limit—a name suggesting strength, steadiness, and purpose”
/woh-SUN/
“Beauty, grace, and charm”
/woo-BET/
“His beauty—a lovely name celebrating grace”
/woo-beh-TOO/
“Beauty and loveliness”
/WOO-bit/
“You are beautiful—a warm blessing of admiration”
/woob-NEH/
“You are beautiful and beloved”
/woob-NESH/
“Beautiful and radiant”
/woob-SHET/
“Praise—a name expressing gratitude and admiration”
/woo-DAH-seh/
“Beloved and cherished”
/woo-DEE-too/
“You are dear and precious”
/wood-NEH/
“You are dear and precious”
/wood-NESH/
Y
“May God protect and strengthen him, the Ethiopian form of Jacob”
/YAH-kob/
“Literally “branch/sector of the world” (or “the world’s branch”); its intended personal-name sense may vary.”
/yah-lem-ZERF/
“A name associated with the Qur’anic prophet Jonah and traditionally linked with devotion”
/YAH-seen/
““Her good news,” from Amharic bəsra/bisra, “good news.””
/yeh-ab-SEE-rah/
“May God establish him; also remembered as the name of an Ethiopian emperor”
/yeh-koo-noh AM-lak/
“A name associated with the right hand, traditionally symbolizing strength and favor”
/yeh-MAH-neh/
““Right-hand/right side,” a feminine form associated with Amharic yäman (“right side”).”
/yeh-MAH-nehch/
“Of the dawn—the first warm light of a new day”
/yeh-mis-RAHK/
“My world—a loving name for a much-cherished child”
/yeh-neh-AH-lem/
“You are mine—a tender expression of love and belonging”
/yeh-neh-NESH/
“A beloved daughter associated with a home and family”
/yeh-shim-eh-BET/
“A traditional name expressing wonder and admiration”
/yet-nah-YET/
“A daughter cherished for her goodness and kind spirit”
/yet-neh-BERSH/
“A beautiful and radiant woman”
/yeh-WOOB-dar/
“You are beautiful”
/yeh-WOOB-nesh/
“May he grow and flourish”
/YIL-mah/
“A respected name meaning imam or religious guide”
/yee-MAHM/
“May he grow strong and bring continued flourishing to his family.”
/YEE-mer/
““May the world be calm/at peace.””
/yeer-gah-LEM/
“He will laugh, a joyful name connected with Isaac”
/yee-SAHK/
“May he be patient, strong, and steadfast”
/yit-ah-GEH-soo/
“A name expressing the hope that he will be seen and recognized”
/yit-EYE-ih/
“May he be blessed by God”
/yit-bah-REK/
“Judith, traditionally associated with praise and a strong, courageous woman”
/YO-dit/
“God is gracious”
/yo-HAH-nes/
“Dove—a gentle symbol of peace”
/YO-nas/
“God will add or increase blessings”
/yo-SEF/
“God increases or gives abundantly”
/YOO-soof/
Z
““Radiant,” “bright,” or “blossoming/flower.””
/ZAH-rah/
“Sweetness and abundance”
/zeh-BEEB/
“Remembered by God”
/zeh-kah-ree-YAS/
“Everlasting; forever enduring”
/zeh-LAH-lem/
“Resilient and steadfast”
/zeh-LEH-keh/
“May he be surrounded by family and loving kin”
/zeh-med-KOON/
“Good news and a joyful announcement”
/ZEH-nah/
“Rain and renewal; a welcome blessing”
/ZEH-neb/
“Rain-bringer; a welcome blessing after dry days”
/zeh-neh-BECH/
“One who plants seeds of promise and a fruitful future”
/zeh-RYE/
“A child who carries forward a cherished family heritage”
/ZEHR-foo/
““He spread/extended it,” from the Amharic verb zärägga (“to spread, stretch out, extend”).”
/zehr-GOW/
“May he grow and flourish abundantly”
/zeh-ree-HOON/
“A hopeful name for a child whose family and blessings will flourish”
/zeh-ree-TOO/
“A fruitful beginning and the promise of growth”
/ZEH-roo/
“My crown; deeply treasured”
/ZEH-weh-deh/
“Her crown; a beloved and honored child”
/zeh-WOO-dee-too/
“His crown; a child cherished as royalty”
/ZEH-woo-doo/
“May she be honored and remembered with affection”
/zee-NASH/
““Throne” or “royal seat.””
/zoo-FAHN/