Amharic girl names.
264 names — open any of them for its meaning, sound and story.
01Abeba“Blossom—a cheerful name suggesting a child who brings beauty and new happiness into the family.”→︎02Abebech“She blossomed”→︎03Adanech“She saved or rescued”→︎04Addis“New; fresh beginnings”→︎05Adila“A fair-minded and upright woman”→︎06Adunya“The world; worldly life.”→︎07Aisha“Alive, vibrant, and full of life”→︎08Aklile“My crown.”→︎09Alem“The world; a name expressing wide hopes and possibility”→︎10Alemnesh“You are my world”→︎11Alemtsahay“Sun of the world”→︎12Alene“We have.”→︎13Alganesh“Your bed.”→︎14Almaz“A precious and wonderfully strong spirit”→︎15Altaye“A traditional Amharic name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎16Aman“Peace and security”→︎17Amarech“She is beautiful”→︎18Amelework“Golden character; character/nature of gold.”→︎19Amina“A trustworthy and faithful woman”→︎20Amira“Princess; female commander or leader.”→︎21Amleset“God has restored/returned her.”→︎22Amsale“My likeness; my image; example.”→︎23Anisa“Friendly and companionable”→︎24Aregash“You have made things firm and secure”→︎25Arsema“A revered Christian saint’s name”→︎26Asnakech“She made [it/someone] beautiful.”→︎27Aster“Star”→︎28Atsede“Flower or blossom”→︎29Ayelech“She saw or has seen”→︎30Aynadis“New eye; new vision.”→︎31Aynesh“You are my eye; a precious one to cherish”→︎32Azeb“The south; traditionally associated with the Queen of Sheba”→︎33Azmera“Harvest and seasonal abundance”→︎34Banchiamlak“God is with you”→︎35Bayush“A joyful name expressing that life has been seen and experienced”→︎36Bekelech“She has blossomed and flourished”→︎37Belaynesh“You are elevated and exceptional”→︎38Beletech“She has excelled and gone beyond”→︎39Bereket“A blessing and gift from God”→︎40Berhan“A bright light bringing hope and warmth”→︎41Betelhem“Bethlehem; a name rich with Christian heritage”→︎42Betelihem“Bethlehem, traditionally understood as the house of bread—a warm symbol of home and belonging.”→︎43Bethel“House of God.”→︎44Beti“Betty, an English diminutive of Elizabeth.”→︎45Betselot“Surrounded by prayer and loving hope”→︎46Beza“Redemption; a precious source of saving grace”→︎47Birtukan“Orange; bright, joyful, and sweet”→︎48Birukt“A blessed and fortunate woman”→︎49Biruktawit“Blessed and beautiful, a loving name for a daughter whose birth is treasured.”→︎50Bizunesh“Abundant, cherished, and richly blessed”→︎51Blen“A radiant, glowing presence”→︎52Chereka“Moon — a bright, gentle name associated with beauty and light”→︎53Dagmawit“The second-born; a treasured second child”→︎54Debritu“Meaning uncertain; do not assign “a strong and resilient woman” as a literal meaning.”→︎55Delnesh“A cherished traditional name associated with happiness and well-being”→︎56Derartu“A traditional Ethiopian woman’s name, warmly associated with strength and achievement”→︎57Desalech“You have brought joy, a tender celebration of a much-loved daughter.”→︎58Deset“Happiness and delight—a warm name for a much-loved daughter.”→︎59Desta“Joy; happiness”→︎60Dinkinesh“You are wonderful; a truly remarkable girl”→︎61Eden“Eden; a place of delight and paradise”→︎62Edjigayehu““I saw much/a great deal.””→︎63Eleni“A form of Helen, traditionally associated with light and radiance”→︎64Elizabet“Elizabeth; “God is my oath””→︎65Embet“Lady or noblewoman, warmly honoring her dignity”→︎66Emebet“Lady or noblewoman; a dignified and cherished daughter”→︎67Emnet“Faith; a name expressing trust, hope, and spiritual strength”→︎68Enat“Mother; a warm name honoring nurture, love, and family”→︎69Enku“A precious jewel; someone treasured dearly”→︎70Eskedar“A feminine Ethiopian form of Alexander, associated with protecting and defending”→︎71Etenesh“You are my lady; a tender expression of honor and affection”→︎72Etsegenet“Tree of paradise; a name suggesting beauty, blessing, and flourishing”→︎73Etsehiwot“Tree of life; a beautiful wish for vitality and a long, flourishing life”→︎74Eyerusalem“Jerusalem, a name recalling the holy city and its spiritual heritage”→︎75Fana“Light that brightens the way”→︎76Fanaye“My light and source of brightness”→︎77Fasika“Easter, the season of renewal and joyful hope”→︎78Felekech“A girl who flourishes and blossoms”→︎79Fetlework“Golden thread; a precious and beautiful child”→︎80Feven“February.”→︎81Fikir“Love and affection”→︎82Fikirte“A beloved child, cherished with love”→︎83Fikret“Love, tenderness and affection”→︎84Firdawsi“Paradise; a life filled with beauty and peace”→︎85Fiyori“Flower.”→︎86Fozia“Successful and victorious”→︎87Frehiwot“Fruit of life; a child who brings life and blessing”→︎88Freweini“Fruit of the vine; a symbol of abundance and blessing”→︎89Frezer“Fruit and seed; by extension, offspring or fruitfulness.”→︎90Genet“Paradise—a joyful name for a beloved child”→︎91Genzebe“My wealth; my money or treasure.”→︎92Habiba“Beloved and dearly cherished”→︎93Hadas“New or fresh”→︎94Hager“Country, homeland, or nation”→︎95Haimanot“Faith or religious devotion”→︎96Hakima“A wise and thoughtful woman”→︎97Halima“Gentle, patient, and kind-hearted”→︎98Hamle“A warm-season name evoking summer skies and flourishing nature”→︎99Hana“Grace or favor”→︎100Hanan“Mercy, compassion, or kindness”→︎101Hanna“Grace, kindness, and a gentle spirit”→︎102Haregewoyin“Grapevine; vine of wine.”→︎103Hawa“Eve; the first woman”→︎104Haymanot“Faith and a life devoted to God”→︎105Hewan“Eve; the mother of humanity”→︎106Hidar“Hidar, marking the month in which the child was born.”→︎107Hikmat“A child blessed with wisdom and good judgment”→︎108Hirut“Liberated or free-spirited”→︎109Hiwot“Life”→︎110Ibtisam“Smile, celebrating the happiness and warmth a child brings”→︎111Ihsan“Goodness and excellence, wishing a child a generous and noble character”→︎112Ikram“Honor, generosity, and graciousness toward others”→︎113Ilham“Inspiration, a beautiful wish for a child who brings fresh ideas and hope”→︎114Iman“Faith, trust, and a heart grounded in belief”→︎115Intisar“Victory and triumph, celebrating a child who brings strength and joy”→︎116Iqra“Read or recite, associated with learning, wisdom, and a love of knowledge”→︎117Isra“Night journey, a name associated with a wondrous spiritual journey”→︎118Jannat“A child who brings the peace and joy of paradise”→︎119Jasmin“A child as fragrant, delicate, and lovely as the jasmine flower”→︎120Jemila“A beautiful person with a warm and gracious spirit”→︎121Jihan“A person with a broad spirit and a world of promise ahead”→︎122Juwairiya“A cherished young woman with a gentle and dignified spirit”→︎123Kalkidan“A child of promise and faithful love”→︎124Kebebush“You are held in love and protection”→︎125Kebedech“She has grown in greatness and strength”→︎126Kidist“Holy, pure, and deeply cherished”→︎127Kidusan“One among the holy and blessed”→︎128Kiremt“A life-giving name evoking rain, renewal, and green growing things”→︎129Kokeb“A shining star in the family”→︎130Konjit“Beautiful and lovely”→︎131Konjo“Beautiful, lovely, and pleasing”→︎132Kumelachew“One who brings people together in harmony”→︎133Lamrot“Her desire; her wish.”→︎134Lemlem“Fresh, green, and flourishing”→︎135Lidet“Birth, renewal, or a joyful new beginning”→︎136Lisanework“Golden tongue; gifted with beautiful and persuasive speech”→︎137Liyou“Unique, special, and wonderfully distinct”→︎138Lul“Pearl; a precious treasure”→︎139Lulit“Pearl; a precious and beautiful treasure”→︎140Magdalena“Woman from Magdala.”→︎141Mahlet“A joyful hymn of praise”→︎142Maryam“Mary, the revered mother of Jesus”→︎143Mastewal“Wisdom, understanding, and good judgment”→︎144Meaza“A sweet fragrance or pleasing aroma”→︎145Mebrat“Light and brightness”→︎146Mebrate“My light, a tender name for a beloved daughter”→︎147Medhanit“Healing, rescue, and salvation”→︎148Meheret“A compassionate woman with a merciful heart”→︎149Mekdelawit“A woman of Magdala; a name evoking dignity and strength”→︎150Mekdes“A sacred place; a name with a feeling of holiness and dignity”→︎151Meklit“A precious gift or special talent”→︎152Menen“A traditional Amharic name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎153Mentewab“How beautiful!; what beauty!”→︎154Meron“Joy—a bright name celebrating the happiness of a new child.”→︎155Meselu“Likeness; resemblance.”→︎156Meseret“A strong foundation for life”→︎157Meskerem“Named for Meskerem, the first month of the Ethiopian calendar and a season of new beginnings”→︎158Mestawet“A shining mirror, reflecting beauty and character”→︎159Mihret“Mercy, compassion, and loving-kindness”→︎160Milki“Success, achievement, or good fortune (an Oromo/Afaan Oromo term, rather than Amharic).”→︎161Mirt“Produce, yield, or harvest.”→︎162Misgana“Thanksgiving and grateful praise to God”→︎163Mulu“Whole, complete, and fulfilled”→︎164Muluemebet“A complete or whole lady/woman.”→︎165Mulunesh“You are complete and whole”→︎166Muluwork“Pure gold; a precious and deeply treasured child”→︎167Nafisa“Precious, refined, and dearly valued”→︎168Nardos“A fragrant flowering plant, evoking beauty and grace”→︎169Netsanet“Freedom and the strength to live openly”→︎170Nigist“Queen; a name of dignity and leadership”→︎171Nuhamin“Comforted and cherished”→︎172Paskal“Connected with Easter and the joy of renewal”→︎173Priskilla“A cherished and venerable woman”→︎174Qaletsion“A cherished connection to Zion and the Christian faith”→︎175Qalkidan“A treasured covenant and promise”→︎176Qelemework“Golden in color; radiant and precious”→︎177Rabia“Fresh and renewing like springtime”→︎178Rahel“A gentle, cherished one”→︎179Rahma“Mercy, compassion, and tenderness”→︎180Rashida“Wisely guided and flourishing in the right direction”→︎181Rebeka“Captivating and warmly cherished”→︎182Rediet“A source of help and blessing”→︎183Rida“Contentment, peace, and gracious acceptance”→︎184Rihana“Fragrant, graceful, and refreshing”→︎185Rohobot“A life of spaciousness, freedom, and abundance”→︎186Roman“Pomegranate, a symbol of abundance and beauty”→︎187Ruhama“She has received mercy; shown mercy.”→︎188Rukiya“One who rises in honor and grace”→︎189Sabira“A patient and resilient woman”→︎190Safiya“Pure-hearted and sincere”→︎191Sahlework“Gold of mercy, suggesting preciousness and blessing”→︎192Salima“A peaceful and protected woman”→︎193Samrawit“She has prospered and flourished”→︎194Sara“Princess; noblewoman”→︎195Seble“Ear of grain; a name associated with abundance and growth”→︎196Seblework“Golden grain; a warm name for abundance and preciousness”→︎197Segenet“Veranda, balcony, or porch.”→︎198Selam“Peace”→︎199Selamawit“Peaceful; full of peace”→︎200Selamnesh“You are peace”→︎201Semira“An evening companion or one who engages in evening conversation.”→︎202Senait“Goodness; a lovely and good person”→︎203Senbere“Sabbath; Sunday.”→︎204Sene“A bright early-summer name, associated with warmth and growth”→︎205Sewit“Woman; female person.”→︎206Sewnet“Humanity or human nature”→︎207Shewit“Beautiful and graceful”→︎208Shukri“Thanks or gratitude”→︎209Simegn““Hear/listen to me” (Amharic ስማኝ), not “remember me.””→︎210Sofia“Wisdom”→︎211Soliyana“Commonly glossed as “sunshine” or “sunlight”; it is not an established Amharic expression for peace and grace.”→︎212Suad“Happiness, good fortune, and joy”→︎213Tabitha“A graceful gazelle, suggesting beauty and liveliness”→︎214Taitu“Traditionally associated with the sun; often glossed simply as “sun.””→︎215Tenagnework““He found gold” (ተናኘ ወርቅ).”→︎216Tesfa“Hope, optimism, and trust in God”→︎217Tewabech“She is beautiful and lovely”→︎218Tigabu“A diligent person who keeps going with patience”→︎219Tigist“A patient, steady, and resilient woman.”→︎220Tiru“A good-hearted and kind person.”→︎221Tirunesh“A daughter celebrated for her goodness and kind character.”→︎222Tiruwork“A precious person with a good heart”→︎223Tiruye“My good one; a tender name expressing affection and appreciation”→︎224Tizita“A cherished memory and treasured remembrance.”→︎225Tsedal“A bright, radiant presence”→︎226Tsedey“The freshness, renewal, and promise of spring”→︎227Tsega“Grace, blessing, and goodness.”→︎228Tsegereda“A graceful Ethiopian name associated with the rose and its beauty”→︎229Tsehay“A radiant child who brings warmth and light.”→︎230Tsehaynesh“A daughter who is the light and warmth of her family.”→︎231Tsige“Flower or blossom”→︎232Wegene“My kinsman or my beloved relative”→︎233Woineshet“Grape-like and graceful, evoking sweetness and abundance”→︎234Worknesh“You are gold, precious and deeply valued”→︎235Worq“Gold, expressing preciousness, prosperity, and lasting worth”→︎236Worqitu“Her gold, a precious and treasured daughter”→︎237Wubet“Beauty, grace, and charm”→︎238Wubit“Beauty and loveliness”→︎239Wubnesh“You are beautiful and beloved”→︎240Wudase“Praise—a name expressing gratitude and admiration”→︎241Wuditu“Beloved and cherished”→︎242Wudnesh“You are dear and precious”→︎243Yalemzerf“Literally “branch/sector of the world” (or “the world’s branch”); its intended personal-name sense may vary.”→︎244Yeabsira““Her good news,” from Amharic bəsra/bisra, “good news.””→︎245Yemanech““Right-hand/right side,” a feminine form associated with Amharic yäman (“right side”).”→︎246Yemisrach“Of the dawn—the first warm light of a new day”→︎247Yenealem“My world—a loving name for a much-cherished child”→︎248Yenenesh“You are mine—a tender expression of love and belonging”→︎249Yeshimebet“A beloved daughter associated with a home and family”→︎250Yetnayet“A traditional name expressing wonder and admiration”→︎251Yetnebersh“A daughter cherished for her goodness and kind spirit”→︎252Yewubdar“A beautiful and radiant woman”→︎253Yewubnesh“You are beautiful”→︎254Yirgalem““May the world be calm/at peace.””→︎255Yodit“Judith, traditionally associated with praise and a strong, courageous woman”→︎256Zahra““Radiant,” “bright,” or “blossoming/flower.””→︎257Zebib“Sweetness and abundance”→︎258Zena“Good news and a joyful announcement”→︎259Zenebech“Rain-bringer; a welcome blessing after dry days”→︎260Zeritu“A hopeful name for a child whose family and blessings will flourish”→︎261Zewde“My crown; deeply treasured”→︎262Zewditu“Her crown; a beloved and honored child”→︎263Zinash“May she be honored and remembered with affection”→︎264Zufan““Throne” or “royal seat.””→︎