Luganda names.
542 verified names from Uganda — each with its meaning, its sound, and its traditional spelling.
A
Abdallahboy“Servant of Allah (God).”/ab-DAL-lah/Abdulboy“Servant of; usually a shortened form of a compound such as Abdulrahman or Abdullah.”/ab-DOOL/Abednegoboy“A servant of Nego; a name associated with steadfast faith”/ah-bed-NEH-go/Abubakarboy“Father of a young camel.”/a-boo-BA-kar/Agatagirl“Good; virtuous.”/ah-GAH-tah/Agathagirl“Good; virtuous.”/AG-ah-thah/Ahmedboy“Most praiseworthy; highly praised.”/AH-med/Aloysiusboy“Famous warrior.”/uh-LOY-see-us/Amaniboy or girl“Peace; wishes.”/a-MAH-nee/Amazimaboy or girl“Truth.”/ah-mah-ZEE-mah/Ambroseboy“Immortal and enduring”/AM-brohz/Aminboy“Trustworthy; faithful; honest.”/a-MEEN/Amosiboy“Carried; burden-bearer.”/ah-MOH-see/Andereaboy“Brave and manly in spirit”/an-deh-REH-ah/Annetgirl“Grace; favour. Annet is a form of Anne/Anna.”/AN-et/Anselmboy“God's helmet; divine protection.”/AN-selm/Apoloboy“An Ugandan/Luganda spelling and usage of Apollo, the Greek divine name.”/ah-POH-lo/Aroniboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ah-ROH-nee/Asanyusaboy or girl“A child who makes the family happy and fills the home with joy.”/ah-sahn-YOO-sah/Ashagirl“Hope (in Swahili usage); it is not a Luganda floral name.”/AH-sha/Augustinoboy“Majestic and venerable”/aw-goo-STEE-noh/
B
Babiryegirl“The first-born girl of twins”/bah-bee-RYE-eh/Balagaddeboy or girl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/bah-lah-GAH-deh/Balikuddembeboy or girl“Those who have brought peace; a hopeful name celebrating harmony after difficulty.”/bah-lee-koo-DDEM-beh/Balthazarboy“Bel protects the king (from the Babylonian name Belshazzar/Balthazar).”/bal-THA-zar/Bamweyanaboy or girl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/bah-mweh-YAH-nah/Bartazaliboy“A Ugandan/Luganda form associated with Balthazar; “Bel protects the king.””/bar-tah-ZAH-lee/Basajjaboy“Men; male people (plural of musajja, “man”).”/ba-SAD-ja/Basuddeboy or girl““They threw” or “they dropped,” from the Luganda verb okusuula.”/bah-SOO-deh/Bbaaleboy“Stone; rock.”/BAH-leh/Bbosaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/BBOH-sah/Benedictboy“Blessed”/BEN-eh-dikt/Benedictoboy“Blessed”/beh-neh-DEEK-toh/Bernadettegirl“Brave or strong as a bear; feminine form of Bernard.”/ber-nah-DET/Birungiboy or girl“Good things or beautiful things—a warm wish for goodness and flourishing.”/bee-ROON-gee/Blessedboy or girl“Blessed; a modern English virtue name used for both boys and girls.”/BLES-id/Blessingboy or girl“A treasured blessing received with gratitude”/BLES-ing/Brendagirl“A name of uncertain origin, often linked to an Old Norse word for “sword”; it does not securely mean courageous or strong.”/BREN-dah/Brunoboy“Brown-haired or dark-complexioned”/BROO-noh/Bugembeboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/boo-GEM-beh/Bugingoboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/boo-GEEN-goh/Bukenyaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/boo-KEN-yah/Bulamuboy or girl“Life—a blessing expressing gratitude for the child’s life and hopes for a long future.”/boo-LAH-moo/Bulungiboy or girl“Goodness and beauty; a name for someone cherished for a lovely character.”/boo-LOON-gee/Butikoboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/boo-TEE-koh/Buwemboboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/boo-WEM-boh/Buyanaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/boo-YAH-nah/Buyinzaboy“A traditional name conveying authority or standing; it is also strongly associated with Buganda family and clan naming.”/boo-YIN-zah/Bwanikaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/bwah-NEE-kah/
C
Charitygirl“A loving gift of charity and generous-heartedness”/CHAR-ih-tee/Chwaboy“A historic Buganda royal name, associated with kingship and noble heritage”/chwah/Comfortgirl“A comforting presence and source of reassurance”/KUM-fert/Consolatagirl“Consolation and comfort”/kon-soh-LAH-tah/Constancegirl“Constancy, steadfastness, or firmness.”/KON-stans/Constantineboy“Steadfast and constant”/KON-stan-teen/Crispinboy“Curly-haired.”/KRIS-pin/Cyprianboy“A person from Cyprus”/SIP-ree-an/
D
Damaligirl“A female Ugandan name, commonly also spelled Damalie; its precise original etymology is not reliably established.”/dah-MAH-lee/Daphinegirl“Laurel tree; a Ugandan-used spelling variant of Daphne.”/DAF-een/Ddamuliraboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/dah-moo-LEE-rah/Ddembeboy or girl“Peace or freedom/liberty.”/DDEM-beh/Ddumbaboy“A traditional Baganda personal and clan-associated name; the precise historical etymology is not certain”/DOOM-ba/Ddunguboy“Wilderness, desert, or uninhabited country.”/DDOON-goo/Dismasboy“Sunset; traditionally associated with the repentant thief at the crucifixion”/DIS-mas/Dominicboy“Belonging to the Lord”/DOM-in-ik/Doreengirl“Gift; a feminine form derived from Dora/Dorothea.”/dor-EEN/
E
Efraimuboy“Fruitful and flourishing”/eh-frah-EE-moo/Emmanuelboy“God is with us”/eh-MAN-yoo-el/Essanyuboy or girl“Joy and happiness, a lovely expression of gladness.”/eh-SAHN-yoo/Evaristboy“Well-pleasing; acceptable.”/eh-va-REEST/Evaristoboy“Well-pleasing and agreeable”/eh-vah-REES-toh/Ezekieliboy“God strengthens him”/eh-zeh-kee-EH-lee/
F
Faithgirl“Steadfast trust in God”/FAYTH/Feliciagirl“Fortunate and happy”/feh-LEE-shah/Felicianboy“Fortunate and prosperous”/feh-LISH-an/Festoboy“Festive, joyful, and full of celebration”/FES-toh/Ffumbeboy or girl“The Ffumbe clan name, preserving a child’s connection to Buganda clan ancestry”/FOOM-beh/Filipoboy“A lover of horses; a spirited and energetic child”/fee-LEE-poh/Flaviagirl“Blond or yellow-haired; from the Latin Flavius/Flavia family name.”/FLAY-vee-ah/Fortunatusboy“Fortunate, lucky, or blessed.”/for-too-NAH-tus/Fortuneboy or girl“Fortune, good luck, or prosperity.”/FOR-choon/
G
Geraldboy“Spear ruler or rule of the spear.”/JER-ald/Gerardboy“Spear-brave, spear-strong, or hardy with the spear.”/JER-ard/Gertrudegirl“Spear-strength or strength of the spear.”/ger-TROOD/Ggaliwangoboy“A traditional Baganda personal name and surname; no securely established lexical translation should be assigned.”/ga-lee-WAN-go/Ggoloobaboy“A traditional Baganda personal name and surname; no securely established lexical translation should be assigned.”/go-LO-ba/Giftboy or girl“A precious gift from God”/GIFT/Gladysgirl“A Welsh name, commonly interpreted as “princess” or connected with a homeland/country.”/GLAD-is/Godfreyboy“God's peace”/GOD-free/Gracegirl“God’s gracious favor and a life touched by blessing”/GRAYS/Gregoryboy“Watchful, vigilant, and attentive”/GREG-uh-ree/
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Hadijagirl“An East African Muslim spelling of Khadija. The Arabic name traditionally means “premature child” or “one born early.””/ha-DEE-ja/Hajaragirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ha-JAH-ra/Hellengirl“Bright, shining light, or torch.”/HEL-en/Hilaryboy“Joyful and cheerful”/HIL-uh-ree/Hopegirl“Confident expectation in God’s goodness”/HOHP/Humphreyboy“Peaceful warrior”/HUM-free/
I
Ignatiusboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ig-NAY-shus/Immaculategirl“Spotless; pure; without stain.”/im-MAK-yoo-let/Isakaboy“He will laugh; a child who brings joy”/ee-SAH-kah/Isayaboy“The Lord is salvation”/ee-SAH-yah/Isidoreboy“Gift of Isis”/IZ-ih-dor/Ismaeriboy“God hears and responds”/ees-mah-EH-ree/
J
Jacintagirl“Beautiful and gracious”/juh-SIN-tah/Jamilagirl“Beautiful and graceful; a warm name associated with a lovely presence”/ja-MEE-la/Jennifergirl“Fair one; white phantom/shadow.”/JEN-ih-fer/Jeromeboy“A person with a sacred or holy name”/jeh-ROHM/Jjunjuboy“A historical Baganda royal name remembered in the kingdom’s traditions”/JUN-joo/Joachimboy“Established by God”/JOH-ah-kim/Joviagirl“A modern female given name used in Uganda, probably related to Latin Jovian/Jove rather than a Luganda word meaning “joy.””/JOH-vee-ah/Joygirl“Joy and gladness”/JOY/Joycegirl“An English given name ultimately associated with the Breton name Iodoc/Josse, often interpreted as “lord”; its modern association with joy comes partly from its spelling.”/joys/Jozefuboy“God will add/increase.”/joh-ZEH-foo/Julietgirl“Youthful; a diminutive form related to Julia/Juliana.”/JOO-lee-et/
K
Kabandaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-BAHN-dah/Kabuyeboy“Little stone.”/kah-BOO-yeh/Kafeeroboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-FEH-roh/Kafumbeboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-FOOM-beh/Kaggwaboy“A distinguished Buganda name associated with public leadership, honor, and the Kaggwa clan.”/KAHG-wah/Kagimuboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ka-GEE-moo/Kagodaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ka-GOH-da/Kagoyaboy“A traditional Baganda personal and clan-associated name; the precise historical etymology is not certain”/ka-GO-ya/Kaguluboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ka-GOO-loo/Kakandeboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-KAHN-deh/Kakeetoboy“A well-established Baganda personal and family name, warmly associated with heritage and continuity.”/kah-KEH-toh/Kakomaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-KOH-mah/Kakoozaboy“A well-established Baganda personal and family name; its conventional literal meaning is not securely documented.”/kah-KOO-zah/Kakunguluboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ka-kun-GOO-loo/Kalanziboy“A well-attested Ganda personal name associated with family heritage and continuity.”/kah-LAN-zee/Kalemaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-LEH-mah/Kalibbalaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-lee-BBAH-lah/Kaluleboy“A firmly established Buganda name, often carried as a family name as well as a personal name.”/kah-LOO-leh/Kalyangoboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ka-LYAN-goh/Kalyegiraboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-lyeh-GEE-rah/Kalyesubulaboy“A traditional Baganda personal and family name, warmly associated with family heritage”/ka-lyeh-soo-BOO-la/Kamaanyaboy“A historic royal name of Buganda, carrying a sense of distinction and noble heritage.”/kah-MAHN-yah/Kamulegeyaboy“A traditional Ganda personal and clan name with a strong sense of ancestral continuity”/kah-moo-leh-GEH-yah/Kanyikeboy“A traditional Ganda name expressing enduring family identity; its older etymology is not certain.”/kah-NYEE-keh/Kasaatoboy“A traditional Ganda personal and clan name, treasured as part of family heritage”/kah-SAH-toh/Kasajjaboy“Traditionally interpreted from Luganda ssajja, “man”; with the ka- form it is closer to “little/young man” than “warrior.””/ka-SA-ja/Kasanaboy“Sunshine — a bright and cheerful name associated with warmth and happiness”/kah-SAH-nah/Kasibanteboy or girl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-see-BAHN-teh/Kasirivuboy“A well-attested Baganda personal and family name, carrying the warmth of established lineage and belonging.”/kah-see-REE-voo/Kasoziboy““Hill” (Luganda akasozi/kasozi); it is also widely used as a Baganda family name.”/kah-SOH-zee/Kasujjaboy“A traditional Baganda personal and family name connected with clan heritage”/ka-SOO-jah/Kasuleboy“A boy born after twins”/kah-SOO-leh/Katabaaziboy“A courageous child who protects and perseveres”/kah-tah-BAH-zee/Katendeboy“One who praises or gives thanks to God”/kah-TEN-deh/Katoboy“The second-born boy of twins”/KAH-toh/Katondaboy or girl“God, the Creator and source of life”/kah-TON-dah/Kavumaboy“A well-attested Buganda personal and clan name whose traditional etymology is not fully certain.”/kah-VOO-mah/Kawalyaboy“A traditional Ganda family and personal name associated with the Kawalya lineage.”/kah-WAHL-yah/Kaweesiboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-WEH-see/Kawesaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-WEH-sah/Kawukiboy“Rainbow—a bright and joyful image in the sky”/ka-WOO-kee/Kawumaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ka-WOO-ma/Kayanjaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-YAN-jah/Kayembaboy“A historical Baganda royal name, carrying a sense of dignity and inherited leadership”/ka-YEM-ba/Kayiiraboy“A rare historic Buganda royal name, carrying the honor of an early king.”/kah-YEE-rah/Kayitaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-YEE-tah/Kayiwaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-YEE-wah/Kayondoboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-YON-doh/Kayongoboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-YON-goh/Kayoziboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kah-YOH-zee/Kibalamaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-bah-LAH-mah/Kibonekaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-bo-NEH-ka/Kibuukaboy“A famous heroic warrior figure in Buganda, remembered for courage and strength”/kee-BOO-kah/Kiggalaboy“A distinguished royal name from Buganda, associated with leadership and authority.”/kee-GAH-lah/Kiggunduboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-GOON-doo/Kigongoboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-GON-goh/Kikereboy or girl“Frog; Kikere is also associated with a Buganda clan name.”/kee-KEH-reh/Kikonyogoboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-kon-YOH-goh/Kikulweboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-KOOL-weh/Kimeraboy“A historic Buganda royal name associated with the founding age of the kingdom and enduring prestige.”/kee-MEH-rah/Kintuboy“A proud historic Buganda royal name, carrying the dignity of kingship.”/KEEN-too/Kinyoroboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-NYOH-roh/Kisaboy or girl“Mercy, kindness, and a generous heart”/KEE-sah/Kisakyeboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-SAH-cheh/Kisambaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ki-SAM-ba/Kisawuziboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-sah-WOO-zee/Kisekkaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-SEK-kah/Kisituboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-SEE-too/Kisuleboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-SOO-leh/Kitiibwaboy or girl“Honour, dignity, and respect”/kee-tee-BWAh/Kiwanukaboy“A traditional Ganda deity associated with lightning; a powerful name connected with divine protection”/kee-wah-NOO-kah/Kiyagaboy“Lake.”/kee-YAH-gah/Kiyembaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-YEM-bah/Kiyimbaboy““It sings,” from the Luganda verb okuyimba, “to sing.””/kee-YIM-bah/Kiyingiboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kee-YIN-gee/Kizitoboy““The youngest”; also widely used in honour of Saint Kizito, the young Uganda Martyr.”/kee-ZEE-toh/Kizzaboy“A boy born after twins”/KEEZ-zah/Kyagulanyiboy“The loved one—a child held close and treasured by the family.”/chah-goo-LAHN-yee/Kyaligonzaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/chah-lee-GON-zah/Kyanjoboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/CHAN-joh/Kyazzeboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/CHAH-zzeh/Kyewalyangaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/chweh-wah-LYAH-ngah/Kyeyuneboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/chay-YOO-neh/Kyobeboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/CHOH-beh/
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Latifagirl“Gentle and kind; a name associated with softness and gracious character”/la-TEE-fa/Lazaroboy“God has helped”/lah-ZAH-roh/Leonardoboy““Brave lion” or “lion-strength.””/lee-oh-NAR-doh/Lubegaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/loo-BEH-gah/Lubowaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/loo-BOH-wah/Lubwamaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/loo-BWAH-mah/Lugaveboy or girl“The pangolin clan name, connecting a child with the Lugave clan and its ancestral heritage”/loo-GAH-veh/Lukaboy“A Luganda/Christian form of Luke. Luke is traditionally connected with Lucania and is often popularly associated with light.”/LOO-kah/Lukiagirl“Light and brightness”/LOO-kee-ah/Lukwagoboy“An established Ganda personal name and surname; a specific literal meaning is not reliably established.”/loo-KWAH-goh/Lukwataboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/loo-KWAH-tah/Luleboy“A classic Ganda name, carried proudly as both a personal and family name.”/LOO-leh/Lutaloboy“A fighter with courage and determination”/loo-TAH-loh/Luyombyaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/loo-YOM-byah/Lwangaboy“Sunlight or radiance — a warm name associated with brightness and life”/LWAHN-gah/
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Mageziboy or girl“Wisdom and good judgement”/mah-GEH-zee/Mambaboy“Lungfish — a traditional Buganda clan-associated nature name”/MAHM-bah/Mandeboy“A Ugandan personal name and surname; a specifically Luganda literal meaning is not reliably established.”/MAHN-deh/Mariagirl“A deeply cherished Christian name honoring Mary, the mother of Jesus”/mah-REE-ah/Mariamgirl“A form of Mary/Maryam; its ultimate etymology is disputed.”/MAH-ree-am/Marianoboy“A form of Marianus, traditionally meaning “of Marius” or “Marian”; it is also often associated with Mary in Christian usage.”/mah-ree-AH-noh/Masanyuboy or girl“Joys and blessings: a warm name celebrating the happiness surrounding a child’s arrival.”/mah-SAHN-yoo/Matayoboy“Gift from God”/mah-TAH-yoh/Matovuboy“An established Ganda personal name and surname; a specific literal meaning is not reliably established.”/mah-TOH-voo/Mauriceboy“Dark-complexioned; traditionally associated with the ancient Mauri people”/MAWR-is/Mayanjaboy“Lakes or broad waters — a calm name connected with Uganda’s many lakes”/mah-YAHN-jah/Mbogoboy“Buffalo; also the name of the traditional Mbogo clan of Buganda, making it a strong clan-heritage name.”/m-BOH-goh/Mbwaboy or girl“Dog; also the name of a Buganda clan.”/m-bwah/Mercygirl“Mercy, compassion, and a tender-hearted nature”/MER-see/Mikaboy“Who is like God?”/MEE-kah/Mikaeriboy“Who is like God?”/mee-kah-EH-ree/Miracleboy or girl“A wondrous sign of God’s goodness”/MIR-ah-kul/Mirembeboy or girl“Peace—a gentle name expressing harmony and calm.”/mee-REM-beh/Moseboy“Luganda form of Moses; traditionally interpreted as “drawn out [of the water].””/MOH-seh/Mpeewoboy“A clan-linked Buganda name associated with the Mpeewo clan, expressing enduring family belonging.”/m-PAY-woh/Mpiimaboy“A traditional Ganda personal and clan name associated with family heritage”/MPEE-mah/Mpologomaboy“Lion; a bold Buganda clan-name reference associated with strength and courage.”/m-poh-loh-GOH-mah/Mubiruboy“A traditional name for a boy born after twins; the female counterpart is commonly Nabirye.”/moo-BEE-roo/Mugaggaboy“A wealthy or prosperous person—an affectionate wish for abundance and success.”/moo-GAH-gah/Mugaluboy“Beloved, dear, or cherished one.”/moo-GA-loo/Mugasaboy“A useful, beneficial, and helpful person”/moo-GA-sa/Mugemaboy“A respected Buganda name linked with traditional authority and the leadership of the Ngo clan.”/moo-GEH-mah/Mugerwaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/moo-GEHR-wah/Mugoyaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/moo-GOH-yah/Mugwanyaboy“A determined fighter who does not give up”/moo-GWAN-yah/Mujasiboy“A brave warrior who stands strong”/moo-JAH-see/Mukamaboy“The Lord; a name expressing reverence for God”/moo-KAH-mah/Mukasaboy“A revered traditional Ganda deity associated with the waters of Lake Victoria; used as a personal name and clan name”/moo-KAH-sah/Mukiibiboy“Guard or protector; a reassuring name for a boy who may grow into a dependable guardian.”/moo-KEE-bee/Mukisaboy or girl“Blessing or good fortune—a warm name for a child welcomed as a gift.”/moo-KEE-sah/Mukuluboy“An elder or great one, honoring wisdom and dignity”/moo-KOO-loo/Mukwanoboy or girl“Beloved or dear one; a name expressing affection and closeness.”/moo-KWAH-noh/Mulindwaboy“The awaited one, a tender name for a child whose arrival was long hoped for by the family.”/moo-LEEN-dwah/Mulungiboy or girl“The good one or beautiful one—a tender compliment and blessing.”/moo-LOON-gee/Musanaboy“Sunshine or sunlight.”/moo-SAH-nah/Musanyusaboy or girl“One who brings happiness to the family and makes other people rejoice.”/moo-sahn-YOO-sah/Musisiboy“Earthquake — a powerful nature name suggesting strength and force”/moo-SEE-see/Musokeboy“Rainbow — a bright, hopeful name associated with beauty after rain”/moo-SOH-keh/Musotaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/moo-SOH-tah/Musuutaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/moo-SOO-tah/Mutebiboy“A royal Buganda name associated with succession, leadership, and a distinguished heritage.”/moo-TEH-bee/Mutesaboy“A prominent Buganda royal name, associated with kingship and a proud family legacy.”/moo-TEH-sah/Mutesigirl“A female name associated with counsel, advice, or one who gives counsel.”/moo-TEH-see/Mutimaboy“Heart.”/moo-TEE-mah/Mutumbaboy“A hill, mound, or raised heap; also an attested personal/family name.”/moo-TOOM-bah/Muwangaboy“Light or radiance — a name suggesting someone who brings brightness”/moo-WAHN-gah/Muwanguziboy“A victorious child who overcomes challenges”/moo-wahn-GOO-zee/Muwendaboy“A loved or dearly cherished one”/moo-WEN-da/Muwongeboy“A child who triumphs and keeps moving forward”/moo-WON-geh/Muyingoboy“A traditional Baganda personal and clan-associated name; the precise historical etymology is not certain”/moo-YING-go/Mwangaboy“A historic Buganda royal name, associated with strength, authority, and leadership.”/MWAHNG-gah/Mwesigwaboy“Faithful, trustworthy, or dependable; a warm wish for a child known for loyalty and integrity.”/mweh-SEE-gwah/
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Nabagerekagirl“Queen; a Buganda title-derived name suggesting leadership and grace”/nah-bah-geh-REH-kah/Nabaggalagirl“A traditional Buganda female name; its older personal-name etymology is not securely documented”/nah-bah-GAH-lah/Nabakoobagirl“A proud connection to Baganda family and clan heritage; also used as a girl’s given name.”/nah-bah-KOH-bah/Nabakoozagirl“A traditional Baganda name associated with a valued family heritage”/nah-bah-KOH-zah/Nabalogagirl“A traditional Baganda feminine name linked with heritage, lineage, and family memory.”/nah-bah-LOH-gah/Nabasagirl“A traditional Baganda female name whose precise older etymology varies by family”/nah-BAH-sah/Nabatanzigirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-bah-TAHN-zee/Nabattegirl“An attested Ganda female-associated name. A specific birth-circumstance explanation should be omitted unless supported by a documented family or clan tradition.”/nah-BAH-teh/Nabawanukagirl“A traditional Baganda clan-associated name, warmly evoking belonging and ancestry.”/nah-bah-wah-NOO-kah/Nabbalegirl“A traditional name carried with affection and pride in Buganda families”/nah-BBAH-leh/Nabbanjagirl“A recognized Baganda female name, carrying the warmth of an honored family and a strong public identity.”/nah-BAHN-jah/Nabbosagirl“A traditional Baganda girl’s name, treasured as part of family and clan naming heritage.”/nah-BBOH-sah/Nabiddugirl“A traditional female name of Buganda, warmly associated with family continuity and belonging”/nah-BEED-doo/Nabikandagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-bee-KAHN-dah/Nabikologirl“A traditional Baganda family name used for girls, expressing connection with one’s lineage.”/nah-bee-KOH-loh/Nabirumagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-bee-ROO-mah/Nabirumbigirl“A traditional Baganda lineage name used for girls, evoking family roots and belonging.”/nah-bee-ROOM-bee/Nabisagirl“A traditional Baganda girl’s name with a gentle, distinctive sound and ancestral resonance.”/nah-BEE-sah/Nabisubigirl“A cherished Baganda name connected with family identity and ancestral belonging.”/nah-bee-SOO-bee/Nabukalugirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-boo-KAH-loo/Nabukeeragirl“A traditional Ganda female name commonly associated with dawn or early morning; it may be understood as “one of the morning” or a child connected with dawn.”/nah-boo-KEH-rah/Nabukenyagirl“A traditional Baganda clan or family name, offering a daughter a strong link to her heritage.”/nah-boo-KEHN-yah/Nabulimegirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-boo-LEE-meh/Nabulogirl“A traditional female name of Buganda, associated with family heritage and continuity”/nah-BOO-loh/Nabulyagirl“A traditional female name of Buganda; the exact older meaning is not certain”/nah-BOO-lyah/Nabunyagirl“A long-established Buganda feminine name and family name.”/nah-BOON-yah/Nabusayigirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-boo-SAH-yee/Nabutwagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-BOOT-wah/Nabuumagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-BOO-mah/Nabwamigirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-BWAH-mee/Nabwetemegirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-bweh-TEH-meh/Naddumbagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-DOOM-bah/Naddungagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-DOON-gah/Nadiagirl“An international female name, usually a form of Nadezhda, meaning “hope.” It is used in Uganda but is not Luganda in origin.”/NAH-dee-ah/Naggayigirl“A well-attested female personal name in Buganda, also encountered as a family name”/nah-GAH-yee/Naggindagirl“A distinguished Buganda female name associated with royal visibility, grace, and public honor.”/nah-GEEN-dah/Najjembagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-JEM-bah/Najjingogirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-JING-goh/Najjumagirl“A Ganda female name, often associated with the Arabic/Swahili name Juma; it is commonly understood as “born on Friday.””/nah-JOO-mah/Nakalemagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-kah-LEH-mah/Nakanjakogirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-kahn-JAH-koh/Nakanwagigirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-kahn-WAH-gee/Nakasanagirl“Sunshine — a warm, radiant name for a child who brings joy”/nah-kah-SAH-nah/Nakategirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-KAH-teh/Nakatogirl“The second-born girl of twins”/nah-KAH-toh/Nakatuddegirl“An attested Ganda female name. Its form is related to -tudde (“we sat/settled”), but the exact naming circumstance is not reliably recoverable from the name alone.”/nah-kah-TOOD-deh/Nakawundegirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-kah-WOON-deh/Nakayimagirl“A traditional female name of Buganda, also used in family-name contexts”/nah-kah-YEE-mah/Nakazibwegirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-kah-ZEE-bweh/Nakibembegirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-kee-BEM-beh/Nakibingeboy“A historic Baganda royal name, remembered with dignity and honour; Nakibinge is also used as a family name”/na-ki-BIN-geh/Nakibuukagirl“A girl who follows twins in the family”/nah-kee-BOO-kah/Nakiibuukagirl“A traditional Buganda name associated with the strength and courage of the warrior tradition”/nah-kee-BOO-kah/Nakimeragirl“An attested Ganda female name, related to okumera, “to sprout” or “to grow”; it can reasonably suggest growth or flourishing.”/nah-kee-MEH-rah/Nakimuligirl“An attested Ganda female name and surname, associated in form with ekimuli, “flower.””/nah-kee-MOO-lee/Nakirandagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-kee-RAHN-dah/Nakitendegirl“The praised one—a child welcomed with admiration and affection.”/nah-kee-TEN-deh/Nakittogirl“A well-attested Baganda girl’s name and family name, carrying a strong sense of ancestral identity.”/nah-KEE-toh/Nakiwalagirl“A traditional feminine Buganda name that also preserves family heritage as a surname.”/nah-kee-WAH-lah/Nakiwoggagirl“A traditional Buganda female name that preserves family and community identity”/nah-kee-WOG-gah/Nakiyingigirl“A traditional Baganda female name and family name, warmly connecting a child with her ancestral community.”/nah-kee-YEEN-jee/Nakkazigirl“A traditional Baganda girl’s name and family name, carrying the warmth of an inherited family identity.”/nah-KAH-zee/Nakuyagirl“A traditional Baganda girl’s name associated with family identity and continuity.”/nah-KOO-yah/Nakyobegirl“A traditional female name of Buganda, also found as a family name”/nah-KYOH-beh/Nalindwagirl“The awaited girl, expressing the family’s joyful anticipation of her arrival.”/nah-LEEN-dwah/Nalinyagirl“Nalinya is the Buganda royal title of the Kabaka's sister (the queen sister); it is also used as a personal name.”/nah-LIN-yah/Nalongogirl“A mother of twins; also used as a personal name in recognition of twin birth”/nah-LOHN-goh/Nalubegagirl“A well-attested Baganda girl’s name that also appears as a family name, proudly linking a child with her heritage.”/nah-loo-BEH-gah/Nalugogirl“A traditional Baganda female name and family name, warmly associated with family continuity and belonging.”/nah-LOO-goh/Nalukwagogirl“A respected Baganda family name used for girls, celebrating lineage and belonging.”/nah-loo-KWAH-goh/Nalulegirl“A cherished traditional Baganda female name; its older personal-name etymology is not securely documented.”/nah-LOO-leh/Nalumanyagirl“A dignified traditional Buganda name associated with family and clan continuity.”/nah-loo-MAHN-yah/Nalungigirl“Beautiful; good; the beautiful one.”/nah-LOON-gee/Naluwoozagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-loo-WOH-zah/Nalwangagirl“A well-established Baganda feminine and clan-linked family name, connecting a girl with her lineage.”/nah-LWAHN-gah/Namagandagirl“A well-established Buganda name associated with respected family heritage and feminine dignity.”/nah-mah-GAHN-dah/Namagembegirl“Peaceful; a hopeful name wishing a girl a life of peace and harmony.”/nah-mah-GEHM-beh/Namakulagirl“A traditional Baganda family name used as a girl’s given name, linking her to her ancestral community.”/nah-mah-KOO-lah/Namalebagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-mah-LEH-bah/Namasolegirl“Queen mother; a Buganda title-derived name conveying dignity, wisdom, and respected motherhood”/nah-mah-SO-leh/Namasubagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-mah-SOO-bah/Namatagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-MAH-tah/Namatovugirl“A well-established Baganda female name and family name, warmly carrying a sense of heritage and belonging.”/nah-mah-TOH-voo/Namayanjagirl“A well-attested Baganda girl’s name and family name, celebrating a child’s place in her ancestral community.”/nah-mah-YAHN-jah/Namazzigirl“Water — a gentle, life-giving name”/nah-MAH-tsee/Nambasagirl“A traditional Baganda girl’s name and family name, giving a child a strong connection to her family line.”/nahm-BAH-sah/Nambassagirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; no standard literal gloss is reliably documented.”/nahm-BAH-sah/Nambigirl“The ancestral mother Nambi, remembered in Buganda tradition as Kintu’s wife and a mother of the Baganda; the name carries a strong sense of origins and lineage.”/NAHM-bee/Namboozegirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nahm-BOH-zeh/Namirembegirl“Peace and lasting harmony—a graceful name expressing the honor of a life lived well.”/nah-mee-REHM-beh/Nampiimagirl“A grateful, thankful child—a joyful answer to the family’s hopes and prayers.”/nahm-PEE-mah/Nampijjagirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; a fixed literal meaning is not consistently documented.”/nahm-PEE-jah/Namubirugirl“Established Ganda feminine name, also found as a family name; no general clan-specific meaning is established.”/nah-moo-BEE-roo/Namuddugirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; no standard literal gloss is securely established.”/nah-MOOD-doo/Namuggagirl“Established Ganda feminine name, also used as a surname; no fixed literal translation is reliably documented.”/nah-MOO-gah/Namugwanyagirl“A determined girl who faces life with courage”/nah-moo-GWAN-yah/Namukasagirl“A Ganda feminine name formed with Mukasa; it may be understood as ‘female/of Mukasa,’ but it does not by itself identify a ‘Mukasa clan.’”/nah-moo-KAH-sah/Namukwayagirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; no standard literal gloss is reliably documented.”/nah-moo-KWHY-ah/Namuligirl“Established Ganda feminine name; no recognized ‘Namuli lineage’ meaning should be asserted without family-specific evidence.”/nah-MOO-lee/Namulondogirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; no fixed literal translation is consistently documented.”/nah-moo-LON-doh/Namusisigirl“Earthquake — a strong, striking name drawn from the power of the earth”/nah-moo-SEE-see/Namusokegirl“Rainbow — a joyful name evoking colour, hope and new beginnings after rain”/nah-moo-SOH-keh/Namutebigirl“Established Ganda feminine name, also used as a family name; no general clan-specific gloss is securely established.”/nah-moo-TEH-bee/Namuwayagirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; no standard literal gloss is reliably documented.”/nah-moo-WAH-yah/Nandawulagirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; no fixed literal translation is consistently documented.”/nahn-dah-WOO-lah/Nandujjagirl“Established Ganda feminine name, also found as a family name; no standard literal gloss is reliably documented.”/nahn-DOO-jah/Nankabirwagirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; no documented literal gloss such as ‘heritage and strength’ should be assigned.”/nahn-kah-BEER-wah/Nankumbigirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; no fixed literal translation is reliably documented.”/nahn-KOOM-bee/Nankyagirl“A girl born after twins; a name that marks the continuing arrival of children in the family.”/nahn-KYAH/Nannonogirl“Established Ganda feminine name, also found as a family name; no general clan meaning is securely established.”/nah-NOH-noh/Nannyongagirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; no standard literal gloss is consistently documented.”/nahn-YONG-ah/Nansambagirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; no fixed literal meaning of ‘belonging’ is documented.”/nahn-SAHM-bah/Nansanagirl“Established Ganda feminine name; no general clan-identity meaning should be assigned without a specific clan or family source.”/nahn-SAH-nah/Nansikombigirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; no standard literal gloss is reliably documented.”/nahn-see-KOHM-bee/Nansubugagirl“A girl born after twins”/nahn-soo-BOO-gah/Nantabagirl“Established Ganda feminine name, also found as a family name; no general clan-specific translation is securely established.”/nahn-TAH-bah/Nantalegirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; do not assign a ‘lion tradition’ meaning without a specific, sourced family or clan context.”/nahn-TAH-leh/Nantandagirl“Established Ganda feminine personal/family name; no fixed literal translation is consistently documented.”/nahn-TAHN-dah/Nantezagirl“A well-attested Baganda feminine name, carrying a sense of family continuity and promise.”/nahn-TEH-zah/Nantongogirl“A traditional Baganda girl’s name, warmly connected with ancestry and family belonging.”/nahn-TOHN-goh/Nantumegirl“A brave girl with the heart of a warrior”/nahn-TOO-meh/Nanyanzigirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nahn-YAHN-zee/Nanyongagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nahn-YONG-ah/Nanyonjogirl“The happy one; a daughter who brings joy to her family.”/nah-NYON-joh/Nanzirigirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nahn-ZEE-ree/Nassaligirl“A traditional Baganda girl’s name and family name, connecting a daughter with her lineage.”/nah-SAH-lee/Nassangagirl“A traditional Baganda family name used as a girl’s given name, rich in ancestral identity.”/nah-SAHN-gah/Nassozigirl““Hills” or “of the hills,” from Luganda ssozi, “hill”; also a well-established feminine personal and family name.”/nah-SOH-zee/Nassunagirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/nah-SOO-nah/Natabaazigirl“A courageous girl who protects what matters and perseveres”/nah-tah-BAH-zee/Nattabigirl“A traditional female name of Buganda, preserving the memory of family circumstances”/nah-TAH-bee/Nattimbagirl“A traditional name associated with a respected family heritage”/nah-TEEM-bah/Nawanguzigirl“A victorious girl who grows through every challenge”/nah-wahn-GOO-zee/Nawanyagogirl“A traditional Baganda female name and family name, warmly linking a child with her family’s heritage.”/nah-wahn-YAH-goh/Nawulyagirl““She hears” / “one who hears,” from the Luganda verb okuwulira, “to hear.””/nah-WOOL-yah/Nayigagirl““She learns” or “she has learned,” from Luganda okuyiga, “to learn.””/nah-YEE-gah/Nazarioboy“A Latin/Romance form meaning “from Nazareth” or “of Nazareth.””/nah-ZAH-ree-oh/Ndagiregirl““I saw” / “I have seen,” from Luganda okulaba, “to see.””/ndah-GEE-reh/Ndigaboy or girl“The Ndiga clan name, associated with the sheep and the enduring heritage of its clan members”/n-DEE-gah/Ndugwaboy“A traditional Baganda personal and clan-associated name; the precise historical etymology is not certain”/n-DOO-gwa/Ngabiboy or girl“The Ngabi clan name, associated with the bushbuck and a strong ancestral identity”/ngah-BEE/Ngeyeboy“Monkey — a traditional Buganda clan-associated animal name”/n-GEH-yeh/Ngongeboy or girl“A traditional Buganda clan name associated with the ngonge clan and its ancestral heritage.”/n-GON-geh/Njobeboy or girl“A Buganda clan-associated name; the claimed specific “njobe tree or plant” explanation is not reliably established.”/n-JOH-beh/Njovuboy or girl“A Buganda clan name associated with the elephant (njovu); it is used as a clan/family identifier.”/n-JOH-voo/Nkejjeboy or girl“A genuine Buganda clan name, used as a clan or family identifier.”/nkeh-JEH/Nkimaboy or girl“A Buganda clan name associated with the monkey (nkima).”/n-KEE-mah/Nkubaboy“Thunder — a bold nature name expressing power and presence”/n-KOO-bah/Nnamirembegirl“Peace; a peaceful one”/nah-mee-REM-beh/Nnyonyiboy or girl“A Buganda clan name associated with a bird (nnyonyi).”/nnyoh-NYEE/Nserekoboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/n-seh-REH-koh/Nsibambiboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/n-see-BAM-bee/Nsubugaboy“A boy born after twins”/nsoo-BOO-gah/Nsumaboy or girl“A Buganda clan name, commonly associated with ensuma, mushrooms.”/n-SOO-mah/Ntegeboy“A respected Buganda clan name also used as a given name, carrying a strong sense of heritage and standing.”/NTEH-geh/Nuhuboy“Rest and comfort”/NOO-hoo/Nvumaboy or girl“A Buganda clan name associated with the hippopotamus.”/n-VOO-mah/
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Patiencegirl“Steadfast patience and a calm, enduring spirit”/PAY-shens/Pawuloboy“The Luganda form of Paul, meaning small or humble.”/pah-WOO-loh/Peacegirl“Peace, harmony, and a calming presence”/pees/Peninahgirl“Pearl or coral.”/peh-NEE-nah/Petroboy“Rock; the East African/Luganda form of Peter.”/PEH-troh/Phionagirl“A Ugandan spelling/variant of Fiona, ultimately associated with “fair” or “white.””/fee-O-na/Praiseboy or girl“A joyful expression of worship and gratitude to God”/PRAYZ/Priscagirl“Ancient and venerable”/PRIS-kah/Prosperboy“Prosperous and flourishing, with hopes for a life of abundance”/PROS-per/Prossygirl“A common Ugandan female short form, often associated with names such as Proscovia/Prosovia; it is not a form of Priscilla.”/PROS-ee/Prudencegirl“A wise and gracious daughter, associated with thoughtful strength”/PROO-dens/
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Raphaelboy“God has healed”/RAF-ee-el/Ritagirl“Pearl; Rita is traditionally a short form of Margarita/Margaret.”/REE-tah/Ritahgirl“Pearl; a spelling variant of Rita.”/REE-tah/Romanboy“Roman; a person from Rome”/ROH-man/Rukiagirl“A Ugandan Muslim form of Arabic Ruqayya/Ruqayyah, commonly interpreted as “rise,” “ascent,” or “elevation.””/ROO-kee-ah/
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Salongoboy“A father of twins; also used as a personal name to honor the family’s memorable twin birth.”/sah-LON-goh/Samwiriboy“Heard by God”/sahm-WEE-ree/Sanyuboy or girl“Joy and happiness—the delight a much-loved child brings. In Buganda, Sanyu is a personal given name and does not replace the child’s inherited clan affiliation.”/SAHN-yoo/Scholasticagirl“A learned and thoughtful woman”/skoh-LAS-tik-ah/Scoviagirl“A Ugandan form of Scholastica, associated with learning and wisdom”/SKOH-vee-ah/Sebastianboy“Venerable and worthy of honor”/seh-BAS-chan/Segawaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-GAH-wah/Semakokiroboy“A respected Buganda royal name, associated with courage, authority, and public leadership.”/seh-mah-koh-KEE-roh/Semakulaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-mah-KOO-lah/Semwogerereboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-mwoh-geh-REH-reh/Shamimgirl“Fragrance; a sweet scent.”/shah-MEEM/Sheilagirl“An Irish form of Síle/Sheila, generally linked with Cecilia; its traditional etymology is commonly given as “blind.””/SHEE-la/Silvanusboy“Of the forest; connected with woodland and nature”/sil-VAY-nus/Simeoniboy“A Luganda/Ugandan form of Simeon, from Hebrew: “he has heard,” traditionally understood as “God has heard.””/see-meh-OH-nee/Singaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/SEEN-gah/Ssalongoboy“A father of twins; also used as a personal name in recognition of twin birth”/sah-LOHN-goh/Ssanyuboy or girl“Joy and happiness”/SAHN-yoo/Ssebaddukaboy“An attested Baganda male and family name, apparently connected with the Luganda root -dduka, “run” or “flee.””/sseh-bah-DOO-kah/Ssebagalaboy“One who loves; loving.”/seh-ba-GA-la/Ssebattaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-BAHT-tah/Ssebbowaboy“A traditional Baganda personal and clan-associated name; the precise historical etymology is not certain”/seh-BBO-wa/Ssebuggwawoboy“A recognized Baganda clan-family name; its traditional etymology is not securely documented.”/sseh-boog-GWAH-woh/Ssebulibaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sseh-boo-LEE-bah/Ssebunyaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-BOON-ya/Ssebuufuboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-BOO-foo/Ssebuumaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sseh-BOO-mah/Ssegirinyaboy“A traditional Baganda personal and family name passed through family lines”/seh-gee-REEN-ya/Ssejjembaboy“A traditional Baganda personal and clan-associated name”/seh-JEM-ba/Ssekabembeboy“A traditional Baganda personal and clan-associated name”/seh-ka-BEM-beh/Ssekajjaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-KAJ-jah/Ssekamaanyaboy“An attested Ganda male name. The element amaanyi/maanya is associated with strength or power, not specifically with wisdom or sound judgment.”/sseh-kah-MAHN-yah/Ssekandiboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-KAN-dee/Ssekatawaboy“An attested Ganda male personal and family name. Its precise traditional lexical derivation is not securely documented.”/seh-ka-TA-wa/Ssekigandaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-kee-GAHN-dah/Ssekikuboboy“An attested Ganda male name. Kubo means “path” or “way” in Luganda, but the full personal name does not have a securely established gloss of “a person associated with a path.””/seh-kee-KU-bo/Ssekirimeboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sseh-kee-REE-meh/Ssekisambuboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sseh-kee-SAM-boo/Ssekitoolekoboy“A recognized Baganda personal and family name; its traditional etymology is not securely documented.”/sseh-kee-toh-LEH-koh/Ssekiziyivuboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-kee-zee-YEE-vu/Ssekuumaboy“An attested Ganda male name associated with the Luganda verb kuuma, “to guard, keep, or protect.””/sseh-KOO-mah/Ssekyanziboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sseh-KYAN-zee/Ssemakulaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-mah-KOO-lah/Ssemandaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-MAN-dah/Ssematimbaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sseh-mah-TIM-bah/Ssembatyaboy“An attested Ganda male personal and family name. It has a possible association with the Luganda root batya, “fear,” but the full name’s conventional lexical gloss is not secure.”/seh-m-BAH-tyah/Ssempijjaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ssem-PEE-jah/Ssenfumaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sen-FU-ma/Ssenkumbaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ssen-KOOM-bah/Ssentamuboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sen-TAH-moo/Ssentongoboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sen-TON-goh/Ssenyangeboy“Star — a luminous name suggesting guidance and distinction”/sen-YAHN-geh/Ssenyongaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-NYON-gah/Ssenyonjoboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sen-YON-jo/Sserunjogiboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sseh-roon-JOH-gee/Sserunkuumaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sseh-roon-KOO-mah/Sseruyangeboy“A traditional Baganda personal and clan-associated name; the precise historical etymology is not certain”/seh-roo-YAN-geh/Sserwaddaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-RWAD-dah/Sserwangaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-RWANG-ah/Ssewankamboboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-wan-KAM-bo/Ssewanyanaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/seh-wah-NYAH-nah/Stefanoboy“A crown of honour”/steh-FAH-noh/Stellagirl“Star.”/STEL-ah/Sumayagirl“An Arabic name commonly understood as “little elevated one” or “distinguished one.””/soo-MY-ah/Suubiboy or girl“Hope—a simple, uplifting name for a child who represents brighter days ahead.”/SOO-bee/Suunaboy“A historic name of Buganda kings, evoking royal dignity and a strong heritage.”/SOO-nah/Sylviagirl“Of the forest; woodland woman.”/SIL-vee-ah/
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Tabithagirl“Gazelle.”/TAB-ih-thah/Tadeoboy“A form of Thaddeus, traditionally interpreted as “heart” or “courageous.””/tah-DEH-oh/Tebandekeboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/teh-bahn-DEH-keh/Tenywaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/teh-NYOO-wah/Theodoreboy“Gift of God, a cherished blessing welcomed with gratitude”/THEE-uh-dor/Timosewoboy“Honouring God”/tee-moh-SEH-woh/Tobiasiboy“God is good”/toh-bah-SEE-ah-see/Tracygirl“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/TRAY-see/
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Waiswaboy“A male twin name in Lusoga/Busoga usage, cognate with Ganda Wasswa; traditionally borne by one of a male twin pair.”/why-SWAH/Wakabiboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/wah-KAH-bee/Walakiraboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/wa-la-KEE-ra/Waliggoboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/wa-LEE-go/Walugembeboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/wa-loo-GEM-beh/Walukaggaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/wa-loo-KAG-ga/Walusimbiboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/wa-loo-SIM-bee/Walyemeraboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/wah-lyeh-MEH-rah/Wamalaboy“A revered ancestral and royal name in Buganda, associated with the ancient Kabaka Wamala and with enduring clan lineage.”/wah-MAH-lah/Wasajjaboy“A traditional Buganda name associated with a strong, courageous man”/wah-SAH-jah/Wasswaboy“The first-born boy of twins”/WAH-swah/Webaleboy or girl“Thank you—a name of gratitude for the blessing of a long-awaited or cherished child.”/weh-BAH-leh/Winifredgirl“A Welsh name commonly interpreted as “blessed/holy peace” or “peaceful reconciliation.””/WIN-ih-fred/
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Zaweddeboy or girl“Completed or fulfilled—a hopeful name for a long-awaited child or for a future brought to fruition.”/zah-WEDD-eh/Zzimulaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ZEE-moo-lah/Zziwaboy“A traditional Luganda name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ZEE-wah/