Swahili names.

832 verified names from Kenya and Tanzania and Uganda — each with its meaning, its sound, and its traditional spelling.

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Chachaboy“Bantu-origin East African name with established Kenyan and Tanzanian usage”/CHA-cha/Chausikugirl“Bantu-origin: born at night”/chah-oo-SEE-koo/Chikugirl“Talkative; one who talks a lot.”/chee-KOO/

Daliagirl“Arabic-derived: a grapevine or flowering vine, a graceful image of growth”/DAH-lee-ah/Dalilagirl“Arabic-derived: a guide or one who shows the way”/dah-LEE-lah/Daniagirl“Arabic-derived: near, close, or one who is close to the heart”/DAH-nee-ah/Daudiboy“Arabic-derived: the Swahili form of David, meaning “beloved””/DAH-oo-dee/Dekagirl“Arabic-derived: contentment and satisfaction”/DEH-kah/Dhahabugirl“Gold—precious, shining, and deeply treasured”/dha-HAH-boo/Dhamiragirl“Conscience; inner thought, intention, or purpose.”/dha-MEE-rah/Dhiyaboy“Radiant light”/DHEE-yah/Dhuhagirl“Arabic-derived: the bright morning hours”/DHOO-hah/Dhuriagirl“Offspring; descendants; progeny.”/doo-REE-ah/Diniboy or girl“Arabic-derived: faith or religion”/DEE-nee/Dominicboy“Christian name used in Swahili-speaking communities: “belonging to the Lord””/DOM-in-ik/Dottoboy or girl“The second twin”/DOH-toh/Duagirl“Arabic-derived: prayer, with hopes entrusted to God”/DOO-ah/Dumaboy“Bantu-origin: a cheetah, symbolizing speed, courage, and grace”/DOO-mah/Duniagirl“Arabic-derived through Swahili: the world and the fullness of life”/DOO-nee-ah/Durragirl“A precious pearl”/DOOR-rah/

Ebrahimboy“Arabic-derived name meaning father of multitudes”/eh-brah-HEEM/Edwinboy“Christian name widely used by Swahili speakers; meaning wealthy friend”/ED-win/Ehsanboy or girl“Arabic-derived name meaning kindness, goodness, or excellence”/eh-SAHN/Eidboy or girl“Arabic-derived name associated with the festival or feast day”/EED/Eissaboy“Arabic-derived form of Jesus, a name associated with salvation and hope”/AY-sah/Elhamgirl“Arabic-derived name meaning inspiration”/EL-ham/Elibarikiboy“Swahili Bantu name expressing the blessing, “May God bless””/eh-lee-bah-REE-kee/Elimuboy or girl“Swahili Bantu name meaning education and learning”/eh-LEE-moo/Elizagirl“A familiar form of Elizabeth, meaning God is my oath”/ee-LY-zah/Emanboy or girl“Arabic-derived name meaning faith”/ee-MAHN/Erastoboy“Name widely used in Tanzania and Kenya, meaning beloved”/eh-RAS-toh/Esmailboy“Arabic-derived form of Ishmael, traditionally understood as God hears”/es-MAH-eel/Evanceboy“Christian name used by Swahili speakers, associated with good news”/eh-VANS/Evaristboy“Christian name meaning very pleasing or excellent”/eh-vah-RIST/

Fadhilagirl“A woman of virtue and excellence”/fa-DEE-la/Fadhiliboy“A virtuous, generous person”/fa-DEE-lee/Fadwagirl“Sacrifice; ransom; self-sacrifice.”/FAD-wa/Fahadboy“A brave, swift, and strong person”/FAH-had/Fahariboy or girl“Pride, honor, and glory”/fa-HAH-ree/Fahdboy“Arabic-derived name evoking the speed, courage, and grace of a leopard”/FAHD/Fahimboy“An intelligent and perceptive person”/fa-HEEM/Fahimagirl“An intelligent and perceptive woman”/fa-HEE-ma/Fahmiboy“A thoughtful and understanding person”/FAHM-ee/Faidaboy or girl“A blessing that brings benefit and goodness”/FAH-ee-da/Faisalboy“A decisive and fair-minded person”/FAI-sal/Faizagirl“A successful woman who achieves her hopes”/FAI-za/Fakhruddinboy“Glory or pride of the religion/faith.”/fakh-roo-DEEN/Farahgirl“Joy, gladness, and happiness”/FAH-rah/Farajboy“Relief after hardship and a welcome opening of the way”/FAH-raj/Farajaboy or girl“Comfort and relief after difficult times”/fa-RAH-ja/Farajiboy“A source of comfort and relief”/fa-RAH-jee/Faridboy“A one-of-a-kind and dearly treasured person”/fa-REED/Faridagirl“A one-of-a-kind and dearly treasured woman”/fa-REE-da/Farihagirl“A joyful woman who brings happiness to others”/fa-REE-ha/Faruqboy“One who distinguishes truth from falsehood; a discerner.”/fa-ROOK/Fathiyagirl“A woman blessed with success and happy openings in life”/fa-THEE-ya/Fatumagirl“A cherished and respected daughter”/fa-TOO-ma/Fauziagirl“A woman blessed with success and victory”/fow-ZEE-a/Fawazboy“One who thrives and achieves success”/fa-WAZ/Fawwazboy“Highly successful and victorious”/fah-WAZ/Fawziboy“A successful person who triumphs in life”/FAW-zee/Fawziagirl“A victorious woman who rises above difficulties”/FOW-zee-ah/Fazalboy“A child received as a gracious blessing”/FAH-zal/Fazilagirl“Virtue, goodness, and noble character”/fa-ZEE-la/Felistagirl“A fortunate and happy woman”/feh-LEE-sta/Festoboy“A joyful child who brings celebration”/FES-toh/Fikiriboy“A thoughtful and reflective person”/fee-KEE-ree/Fikragirl“A thoughtful child with bright ideas”/FEEK-ra/Filipoboy“A loyal and spirited person”/fee-LEE-poh/Flaviagirl“A bright, golden-hearted woman”/FLAH-vee-a/Floragirl“A blossoming, beautiful child”/FLOH-ra/Fortunatagirl“A fortunate and blessed woman”/for-too-NAH-ta/Fuadboy“Heart; also the inner self or mind.”/foo-AD/Fumoboy“A strong and courageous person, like a spear”/FOO-mo/Furahaboy or girl“Joy and happiness in the family”/foo-RAH-ha/Furqanboy“A person with discernment and a strong sense of truth”/foor-KAHN/

Ghadijagirl“The honored name of Khadija, remembered for wisdom, faith, and strength”/gha-DEE-jah/Ghafurboy“Merciful, forgiving, and gentle-hearted”/gha-FOOR/Ghaliboy“Precious and deeply loved”/GHAH-lee/Ghaliagirl“A precious and treasured daughter”/GHAH-lee-ah/Ghalibboy“A person who triumphs and overcomes life’s challenges”/GHAH-lib/Ghaniboy“Prosperous, blessed, and rich in character”/GHAH-nee/Ghaniagirl“A woman blessed with abundance and inner richness”/GHAH-nee-ah/Ghanimboy“A successful person who is blessed with good fortune”/GHAH-nim/Gharibboy“A distinctive person with an independent spirit”/gha-REEB/Ghazalagirl“Graceful and beautiful like a gazelle”/gha-ZAH-lah/Ghazaliboy“A name connected with poetic beauty and a respected tradition of learning”/gha-ZAH-lee/Ghaziboy“Brave, courageous, and victorious”/GHAH-zee/Ghufranboy or girl“A gracious life marked by forgiveness and mercy”/goof-RAHN/Gibrilboy“A name associated with the angel Gabriel and divine protection”/gee-BREEL/Gracegirl“Grace; favor, especially divine favor or blessing.”/GRAYS/

Habibboy“A dearly loved and cherished person”/ha-BEEB/Habibagirl“A dearly loved and cherished daughter”/ha-BEE-bah/Hadiboy“A guide who leads others toward what is good”/HAH-dee/Hadiagirl“A guiding presence who helps others find their way”/HAH-dee-ah/Hadijagirl“A dignified and respected woman, recalling the beloved name of Khadijah”/ha-DEE-jah/Hafidhboy“A guardian, especially one who carefully preserves sacred knowledge”/HAH-fidh/Hafizagirl“A careful guardian and keeper of treasured knowledge”/ha-FEE-zah/Hafsagirl“Strong-hearted and protective, like a young lioness”/HAF-sah/Haidarboy“Lion; by association, brave or strong.”/HAY-dar/Hajiboy“One who has made the pilgrimage to Mecca”/HAH-jee/Hakiboy or girl“Justice, integrity, and standing up for what is right”/HAH-kee/Hakimboy“Wise, thoughtful, and discerning”/ha-KEEM/Hakimagirl“A wise and discerning woman”/hah-KEE-mah/Halimboy“Gentle, patient, and compassionate”/ha-LEEM/Halimagirl“A gentle, patient, and compassionate woman”/ha-LEE-mah/Hamadboy“One associated with praise and thankfulness”/HAH-mad/Hamadiboy“A praised and honorable person”/ha-MAH-dee/Hamdanboy“Connected with praise or commendation; often interpreted as “praiseworthy.””/ham-DAHN/Hamdaniboy“Of or belonging to Hamdan; a name associated with Hamdan, an Arabic personal/tribal name.”/ham-DAH-nee/Hamidboy“A praiseworthy person whose good qualities are recognized”/ha-MEED/Hamidagirl“A praiseworthy woman admired for her goodness”/ha-MEE-dah/Hamisiboy“Born on Thursday”/ha-MEE-see/Hammadboy“One who praises often; greatly praising.”/ham-MAD/Hamzaboy“Strong, courageous, and steadfast”/HAM-zah/Hanangirl“Tender-hearted and compassionate”/ha-NAN/Haneengirl“Longing, yearning, or nostalgic affection.”/ha-NEEN/Haniboy“A joyful and good-natured person”/HAH-nee/Hanifagirl“A sincere woman devoted to what is right”/ha-NEE-fah/Haniyagirl“A joyful and contented woman”/ha-NEE-yah/Harithboy“A hardworking person who cultivates good things”/HAH-rith/Harunboy“A respected name recalling the prophet Aaron”/ha-ROON/Hasanagirl“Beautiful and good-hearted”/hah-SAH-nah/Hashimboy“A generous and capable person”/HAH-sheem/Hasinagirl“Beautiful in character and goodness”/ha-SEE-nah/Hassanboy“Good-hearted, handsome, and admirable”/ha-SAN/Hatimboy“Decisive and resolute”/HA-tim/Hawagirl“A life-giving woman, recalling Eve, the mother of humanity”/HAH-wah/Hayatigirl“My life; a precious and life-giving presence”/ha-YAH-tee/Hazinagirl“A treasured daughter, precious to her family”/hah-ZEE-nah/Hekimaboy or girl“Wisdom and good judgment”/heh-KEE-mah/Hemedboy“A praiseworthy and honorable person”/HEH-med/Heriboy or girl“Good fortune and a blessed life.”/HEH-ree/Heshimaboy or girl“Arabic-derived: a child who brings honor and respect to the family”/heh-SHEE-mah/Hibagirl“A precious gift and blessing”/HEE-ba/Hidayagirl“Guidance and a life led in the right direction”/hee-DAH-yah/Hilalboy“A new beginning and a bright crescent in the night sky”/hee-LAHL/Hilaliboy“A new crescent moon and a hopeful beginning”/hee-LAH-lee/Hilmiboy“Patient, gentle, and forbearing”/HIL-mee/Himmagirl“Determined, spirited, and full of courageous purpose”/HIM-mah/Hindgirl“India/Indian woman in Arabic usage; also a very old traditional Arabic female name.”/HIND/Hishamboy“A generous and open-hearted person”/hee-SHAM/Hubaboy or girl“Love and deep affection”/HOO-bah/Hudboy“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/HOOD/Hudagirl“A source of guidance and wisdom”/HOO-da/Huriagirl“A radiant, graceful, and free-spirited woman”/HOO-ree-ah/Huruboy or girl“Freedom and an independent spirit”/HOO-roo/Huseinboy“A cherished and admirable person”/hoo-SAYN/Husnagirl“The finest and most beautiful of qualities”/HOOS-nah/Husseinboy“A cherished and virtuous child; a revered Islamic name”/hoo-SAYN/Huzaifaboy“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/hoo-ZAY-fa/

Jabaliboy“Strong and steadfast like a mountain”/jah-BAH-lee/Jabariboy“Arabic-derived: brave, strong, and courageous”/jah-BAH-ree/Jabirboy“A comforting, restorative presence”/JAH-beer/Jabiragirl“A comforting and supportive woman”/jah-BEE-rah/Jafariboy“A gentle stream of goodness”/jah-FAH-ree/Jalalboy“A dignified boy with a strong and admirable presence”/jah-LAHL/Jalilboy“Arabic-derived name meaning “great” or “exalted””/jah-LEEL/Jalilagirl“Exalted, noble, and greatly valued”/jah-LEE-lah/Jamalboy“Beautiful in character and spirit”/jah-MAHL/Jamilboy“A handsome and gracious person”/jah-MEEL/Jamilagirl“Beautiful in appearance and character”/jah-MEE-lah/Jannahgirl“A precious gift of paradise”/JAN-nah/Jasintagirl“A graceful and blooming young woman”/jah-SEEN-tah/Jasiriboy or girl“Brave, courageous, and confident”/jah-SEE-ree/Jawadboy“Generous and open-hearted”/ja-WAD/Jawahirgirl“A treasured jewel”/jah-WAH-heer/Jaziragirl“A peaceful island of beauty and refuge”/jah-ZEE-rah/Jibrilboy“A strong and faithful servant of God”/jib-REEL/Joharigirl“A jewel of a daughter, precious and admired”/joh-HAH-ree/Joyceboy or girl“Joyful and full of gladness”/JOYS/Juhudiboy or girl“One who approaches life with determination”/joo-HOO-dee/Jumaboy“Born on Friday, a day of blessing and togetherness”/JOO-mah/Jumaaboy“Born on Friday, a day of blessing and togetherness”/JOO-mah/Jumamosiboy or girl“A child born on Saturday”/joo-mah-MOH-see/Jumanagirl“A precious pearl”/joo-MA-na/Jumanneboy“Born on Tuesday”/joo-MAHN-neh/Jumapiliboy or girl“A child born on Sunday”/joo-mah-PEE-lee/Jumatanoboy or girl“A child born on Wednesday”/joo-mah-TAH-noh/Jumatatuboy or girl“A child born on Monday”/joo-mah-TAH-too/Justusboy“A fair, honest, and principled person”/JUS-tus/Juwairiyagirl“A cherished and respected daughter”/joo-WAIR-ee-yah/

Kadirboy“Capable, strong, and able to accomplish great things”/ka-DEER/Kamalboy“Perfection, beauty, and completeness”/ka-MAAL/Kamariagirl“Radiant and beautiful like the moon”/ka-MA-ree-a/Kamilboy“Complete, whole, and wonderfully formed”/ka-MEEL/Kamilagirl“Complete, whole, and wonderfully formed”/ka-MEE-la/Karimboy“Generous, gracious, and noble-hearted”/ka-REEM/Karimagirl“Generous, gracious, and noble-hearted”/ka-REE-ma/Kassimboy“A fair-minded person who shares generously”/ka-SEEM/Kauthargirl“Abundance and overflowing goodness”/KOW-thar/Keziagirl“A fragrant and beautiful cassia tree”/keh-ZEE-a/Khadijagirl“A cherished child, traditionally associated with an early-born child”/kha-DEE-ja/Khadimboy“Arabic: servant, attendant, or one who serves.”/KHAH-dim/Khadragirl“Fresh, flourishing, and full of life”/KHAD-rah/Khairiboy“Arabic: goodness, virtue, or benevolence.”/KHAY-ree/Khalfanboy“A welcomed successor who carries the family forward”/KHAL-fan/Khalidboy“Everlasting and enduring”/kha-LEED/Khalidagirl“Everlasting and enduring”/kha-LEE-da/Khalifaboy“A worthy successor and responsible leader”/kha-LEE-fa/Khalilboy“A loyal and cherished friend”/kha-LEEL/Khamisboy“Born on Thursday”/KHA-mees/Khansagirl“A graceful and poetic woman”/KHAN-sa/Khatibboy“Arabic: preacher, sermon-giver, public speaker, or orator.”/kha-TEEB/Khawlagirl“Graceful as a gazelle”/KHAW-la/Khayriboy“Good-hearted and generous”/KHAY-ree/Kheriboy or girl“Goodness, blessing, and all that is beneficial”/KHEH-ree/Kibibigirl“Kiswahili: little lady or young woman.”/kee-BEE-bee/Kibwanaboy“Kiswahili: young man, little master, or gentleman.”/kee-BWAH-nah/Kisuragirl“A lovely and beautiful one”/kee-SOO-rah/Kitoboy or girl“A precious treasure and source of joy”/KEE-toh/Kubragirl“Great, distinguished, and highly honored”/KOOB-ra/Kulwaboy or girl“The first twin”/KOOL-wah/

Labibboy“Intelligent, discerning, sensible.”/la-BEEB/Lailagirl“Arabic-derived: the night; a poetic name associated with beauty and calm”/LAY-la/Laithboy“Lion.”/LAYTH/Lameckboy“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/LA-mek/Lamiagirl“Arabic-derived: a woman of captivating beauty”/LAH-mee-a/Latifboy“Arabic-derived: kind, gentle, and gracious”/la-TEEF/Latifagirl“Arabic-derived: gentle, kind, and gracious”/la-TEE-fa/Lauragirl“Latin-derived: laurel, a traditional symbol of honor and victory”/LAW-ra/Lazaroboy“Swahili form of Lazarus: God has helped”/la-ZA-ro/Leticiagirl“Latin-derived: joy and gladness”/leh-TEE-see-a/Liliangirl“European Christian usage: lily, suggesting purity and beauty”/LIL-ee-an/Linagirl“Tender; also associated in Arabic with a young palm tree.”/LEE-na/Lindagirl“European name warmly associated with beauty”/LIN-da/Lisagirl“European short form of Elizabeth: faithful to God”/LEE-sa/Livingstoneboy“English surname-derived Christian name, used especially in Tanzania; associated with the celebrated missionary and explorer David Livingstone”/LIV-ing-ston/Lorenagirl“European name used in East Africa; traditionally associated with the laurel tree and victory”/lo-RE-na/Lornagirl“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/LOR-na/Louisegirl“European Christian name: renowned warrior, suggesting courage and strength”/loo-EEZ/Lovenessgirl“English-derived East African name expressing love and affection”/LOV-ness/Lubabagirl“Arabic-derived: the essence or heart of something precious”/loo-BA-ba/Lubnagirl“Arabic-derived: the fragrant storax tree, suggesting beauty and sweetness”/LOOB-na/Lujaingirl“Silver.”/loo-JAYN/Lukiagirl“East African form of Lucia: light; a bright and hopeful child”/LOO-kee-a/Lukmanboy“Arabic-derived Qur'anic name associated with wisdom and sound judgment”/LOOK-man/Lulugirl“Arabic-derived through Swahili lulu: pearl; a precious and treasured child”/LOO-loo/Lutfiagirl“Arabic-derived: kindness, gentleness, and grace”/LOOT-fee-a/

Mabrukagirl“Blessed; fortunate.”/mah-BROO-kah/Madihagirl“Praiseworthy and deserving of admiration”/ma-DEE-ha/Madinagirl“A graceful name meaning “city,” traditionally associated with Medina”/mah-DEE-nah/Mafanikioboy or girl“Success, progress, and flourishing achievements”/mah-fah-nee-KEE-oh/Magdalenagirl“A strong and faithful woman”/mag-dah-LAY-nah/Magesaboy“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/mah-GEH-sah/Mahagirl“Oryx or wild cow; figuratively, a woman with beautiful eyes.”/MA-ha/Mahbubagirl“Beloved; dearly loved.”/mah-BOO-bah/Mahfudhboy“Protected, preserved, safeguarded.”/mah-FOODH/Mahfuzboy“Safeguarded and watched over”/mah-FOOZ/Mahirboy“Skilled, capable, and accomplished”/MAH-hir/Mahiragirl“Skilled, capable, proficient.”/mah-HEE-rah/Mahmoudboy“Praiseworthy and greatly admired”/mah-MOOD/Maimunagirl“Blessed and fortunate”/my-MOO-nah/Majidboy“Glorious, honored, and noble”/mah-JEED/Majidagirl“A glorious girl whose achievements bring pride”/mah-JEE-dah/Makameboy“A Swahili/Comorian male name in regional use; the asserted Arabic derivation and exact meaning are not reliably established.”/mah-KAH-meh/Malaikagirl“Angel-like and heavenly”/mah-LY-kah/Malikboy“A boy with the dignity and confidence of a king”/MAH-leek/Malikagirl“Queenly, regal, and cherished”/mah-LEE-kah/Malkiagirl“Queen.”/mal-KEE-ah/Manalgirl“Attainment, accomplishment, or achievement.”/ma-NAL/Mansourboy“Victorious and strengthened to overcome challenges”/man-SOOR/Mansurboy“Victorious and supported on the path to success”/man-SOOR/Mansuragirl“A victorious woman who overcomes every challenge”/man-SOO-rah/Mapendoboy or girl“Love and deep affection”/mah-PEN-doh/Maqbulboy“Accepted, approved, or welcomed.”/MAHK-bool/Mariagirl“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/mah-REE-ah/Mariamgirl“A beloved name associated with Mary, purity, and devotion”/MAH-ree-am/Maridadiboy or girl“Elegant, stylish, beautiful, or well-presented.”/mah-ree-dah-DEE/Marjaniboy“Coral.”/mar-JAH-nee/Martagirl“Form of Martha, traditionally interpreted as “lady” or “mistress.””/MAR-tah/Marufboy“Honorable, respected, and known for goodness”/mah-ROOF/Marwagirl“A beautiful name connected with fragrance and sacred tradition”/MAR-wah/Marwanboy“Flint stone; also associated with an aromatic plant in Arabic.”/MAR-wan/Marzuqboy“Provided for; blessed with sustenance.”/mar-ZOOK/Mashauriboy“Wise, thoughtful, and a source of good counsel”/mah-SHAH-oo-ree/Masikaboy or girl“A child born during the rainy season”/mah-SEE-kah/Masoudboy“Fortunate and joyful”/mah-SOOD/Masumagirl“Pure-hearted and innocent”/mah-SOO-mah/Matumainiboy or girl“The hopes and joyful expectations placed in a beloved child.”/ma-too-ma-EE-nee/Mauagirl“Flowers—beauty, color, and blossoming joy”/MAH-oo-ah/Maulidiboy“A boy born during the Maulidi festival”/mow-LEE-dee/Mawaddagirl“Affection, love, loving kindness.”/mah-WAD-dah/Mawaddahgirl“Love, affection, and tender friendship”/mah-WAD-dah/Mazinboy“Rain-bearing cloud, a lovely image of blessing”/MAH-zin/Mbarakaboy“Blessed and surrounded by good fortune”/m-bah-RAH-kah/Mfalmeboy“A son with royal dignity and leadership”/m-FAHL-meh/Mfaumeboy“A coastal Swahili/Comorian form meaning “king” or “ruler.””/m-FAH-oo-meh/Mgeniboy““Guest,” “visitor,” or sometimes “stranger.””/m-GEH-nee/Miftahboy“A key that opens the way”/MIF-tah/Miqdadboy“A historic Muslim name associated with courage and loyalty”/mik-DAHD/Mkomboziboy“A rescuer and bringer of freedom”/m-kom-BOH-zee/Mokhtarboy“Chosen, honored, and specially favored”/MOKH-tar/Mosiboy or girl“The firstborn child”/MOH-see/Moyoboy“Bantu-origin name meaning “heart,” warmly suggesting courage, love, and inner strength”/MOH-yoh/Mrembogirl“A beautiful and radiant girl”/m-REM-boh/Mshindiboy“The one who wins and overcomes”/m-SHEEN-dee/Mtemiboy“A natural leader with dignity and authority”/m-TEH-mee/Muadhboy“A name connected with praise and devotion”/MOO-ahdh/Muawiyaboy“A historic Arabic name with an old association to a young fox”/moo-ah-WEE-ya/Mubarakboy“A blessing and a source of good fortune”/moo-BAH-rak/Mubarakagirl“A blessed child and a joyful gift to the family.”/moo-ba-RA-ka/Mubinboy“Clear-minded, honest, and radiant in character”/moo-BEEN/Muharamuboy“A boy born during Muharram”/moo-hah-RAH-moo/Muhsinboy“A kind boy who brings goodness and generosity into the world”/MOOKH-sin/Muhsinagirl“A compassionate girl whose goodness blesses those around her”/mookh-SEE-nah/Muinboy“Arabic-derived: a dependable helper and source of support”/moo-EEN/Mujahidboy“One who perseveres bravely and strives for what is right”/moo-JAH-hid/Mujahidagirl“A courageous woman who perseveres for what is right”/moo-JAH-hee-dah/Mujtababoy“Chosen and cherished”/muj-TAH-bah/Mumtazboy or girl““Distinguished,” “excellent,” or “outstanding.””/MOOM-taz/Munagirl““Wishes,” “desires,” hopes, or aspirations.”/MOO-na/Munawaragirl“Radiant and full of light”/moo-nah-WAH-rah/Munawirboy“One who brings light and brightness”/moo-nah-WEER/Munirboy“Radiant, illuminating, and full of light”/moo-NEER/Muniragirl“Radiant and bright, bringing light to others”/moo-NEE-rah/Murtazaboy“Approved, respected, and worthy of esteem”/moor-TAH-zah/Musaboy“A faithful and enduring name associated with Moses”/MOO-sah/Muslimboy“Devoted and faithful”/MOOS-lim/Muslimagirl“Devoted and faithful”/moos-LEE-mah/Mustafaboy“The chosen one, especially favored and precious”/moos-TAH-fah/Mustaqimboy““Upright,” “straight,” or steadfast on the right path.”/moos-tah-KEEM/Mvuaboy or girl“A child born in the rain”/MVOO-ah/Mvumilivuboy or girl“Patient strength and the ability to endure”/m-voo-mee-LEE-voo/Mwajumagirl“A cherished child connected with Friday”/mwah-JOO-mah/Mwambaboy“Strong, steady, and resilient as a rock”/MWAHM-bah/Mwaminiboy or girl“Trusting, faithful, and dependable”/mwah-MEE-nee/Mwanahamisigirl“A cherished child born on Thursday”/mwan-ah-hah-MEE-see/Mwanahawagirl“Mixed Bantu-Arabic: a daughter connected with Hawa and the family line she represents”/mwah-nah-HAH-wah/Mwanaidigirl“A cherished child associated with a joyful celebration”/mwan-ah-EE-dee/Mwanaishagirl“A cherished daughter blessed with life and prosperity”/mwan-ah-EE-shah/Mwanajumagirl“A cherished child born on Friday”/mwan-ah-JOO-mah/Mwanamvuagirl“A girl born in the rain”/mwah-nah-MVOO-ah/Mwanasitigirl“Mixed Bantu-Arabic: a daughter named in connection with Siti and the family she honors”/mwah-nah-SEE-tee/Mwangazaboy or girl“A bright light and source of hope”/mwan-GAH-zah/Mwemaboy or girl“A good and kind-hearted person”/MWEH-mah/Mweziboy or girl“The moon—gentle light in the night sky”/MWEH-zee/Mwinyiboy“A respected man of standing and authority”/m-WEE-nyee/Mwitaboy“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/MWEE-tah/

Nabilboy“Noble and honorable”/nah-BEEL/Nadiagirl“Tender-hearted and gentle”/NAH-dee-ah/Nadifagirl“Pure-hearted and wholesome”/nah-DEE-fah/Nadirboy“Arabic-derived name meaning “rare” or “precious””/NAH-deer/Nadiragirl“Rare and precious”/nah-DEE-rah/Nadwagirl““Assembly,” “gathering,” council, or forum.”/NAD-wah/Nafisagirl“Precious and cherished”/nah-FEE-sah/Nailagirl“A girl who achieves her hopes”/NAH-ee-lah/Naimboy“Blessed with peace and happiness”/NAH-eem/Naimagirl“Peaceful, contented, and blessed”/NAH-ee-mah/Najahgirl“A successful life marked by perseverance and achievement”/NAH-jah/Najatgirl“Safe, protected, and delivered from hardship”/NAH-jaht/Najiboy“One who comes safely through difficulties”/NAH-jee/Najibboy“Noble and respected”/nah-JEEB/Najlagirl““Wide-eyed” or “having beautiful large eyes.””/NAJ-la/Najmagirl“A shining star”/NAHJ-mah/Najwagirl““Secret,” confidential conversation, or intimate whisper.”/NAJ-wah/Nashwagirl““Exhilaration,” “rapture,” euphoria, or joyful intoxication.”/NASH-wah/Nasibagirl“A fortunate destiny and a life full of promise”/nah-SEE-bah/Nasibuboy“One whose life is blessed with good fortune”/nah-SEE-boo/Nasihagirl“Arabic-derived feminine name meaning “sincere adviser” or “one who gives good counsel.””/nah-SEE-hah/Nasirboy“A supportive helper and champion”/NAH-seer/Nasiragirl“A strong woman who stands up for and supports others”/nah-SEE-rah/Nasmagirl“Arabic-derived feminine name meaning “breeze” or “gentle breath of wind.””/NAS-mah/Nasragirl“A daughter associated with victory and triumph”/NAHS-rah/Nawalgirl“A precious gift and blessing”/nah-WAHL/Nawfalboy“Arabic-derived masculine name meaning “generous person”; it can also connote abundance or a handsome young man.”/NAW-fal/Naylagirl“Successful and accomplished”/NAY-lah/Nazimboy“Arabic-derived masculine name meaning “organizer,” “arranger,” or “one who puts things in order.””/NAH-zim/Neemagirl“A blessing and gift from God”/NAY-mah/Nguvuboy or girl“Strength and inner power”/NGOO-voo/Niagirl“Purposeful and full of good intentions”/NEE-ah/Nizamboy“Arabic-derived masculine name meaning “order,” “system,” or “organization.””/nee-ZAM/Nizarboy“Arabic masculine name traditionally understood as relating to smallness, scarcity, or being little/few.”/nee-ZAR/Noorgirl“A bright and guiding light”/NOOR/Nuhuboy“A patient and faithful person”/NOO-hoo/Nuriagirl“A luminous and radiant girl”/NOO-ree-ah/Nuruboy or girl“A radiant light in the lives of others”/NOO-roo/Nusaybagirl“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/noo-SAY-bah/Nusragirl“Victory and the strength that comes from being supported”/NOOS-rah/Nyotaboy or girl“A shining star in the family”/nyoh-TAH/

Omarboy“A classic Arabic name associated with long life, flourishing, and vitality.”/OH-mar/Omariboy“A name carrying the blessing of a flourishing, fruitful life.”/oh-MAH-ree/Omaryboy“A name carrying the blessing of a flourishing, fruitful life.”/oh-MAH-ree/Ombeniboy“A heartfelt reminder to pray, hope, and seek blessings.”/oh-MBEN-ee/Onesmoboy“A warm name wishing a child to be helpful, valued, and a blessing to others.”/oh-NESS-moh/Othmanboy“A classic Arabic name traditionally associated with a young bustard bird.”/OTH-man/

Pambazukoboy or girl“Bantu-origin: dawn, symbolizing a new beginning and hope”/pahm-bah-ZOO-koh/Paskaliboy“Christian name associated with Easter and the joy of renewal”/pahs-KAH-lee/Pauloboy“Christian form of Paul, traditionally understood as “humble” or “small””/POW-loh/Pendoboy or girl“Bantu-origin: love and affection”/PEN-doh/Perpetuagirl“Latin Christian name meaning “everlasting” or “steadfast””/per-PEH-too-ah/Petroboy“Christian form of Peter: “rock,” suggesting strength and steadfastness”/PEH-troh/Petronilagirl“Latin-derived Christian name associated with the Petronius family; traditionally linked with strength”/peh-troh-NEE-lah/Piliboy or girl“Bantu-origin: the second-born child, or a cherished second blessing”/PEE-lee/Piusboy“Christian name meaning “devout,” “faithful,” or “kind-hearted””/PIE-us/

Qadirboy“Capable, strong, and able to accomplish great things”/KAH-deer/Qamarboy or girl“Moonlight—soft, calm, and beautiful”/KAH-mar/Qamaruddinboy“The moon of faith—one whose faith brings light”/KAH-mar-oo-deen/Qasimboy“One who shares fairly and generously”/KAH-sim/Qaysboy“Traditional Arabic masculine name, historically associated with Qays ibn al-Mulawwah of the Layla and Majnun tradition.”/KAYS/Qudratboy or girl“Strength and the ability to meet life’s challenges”/KOOD-rat/Qudsiagirl“Arabic-derived feminine name meaning “holy,” “sacred,” or “connected with holiness.””/kood-SEE-ah/Qurbanboy“A cherished offering and a life devoted to what is good”/KOOR-bahn/

Rababgirl“Arabic feminine name meaning “white cloud(s).””/rah-BAB/Rabiboy“Arabic-derived masculine name meaning “spring” or “springtime.””/RAH-bee/Rabiyagirl“The fourth-born daughter, or a girl treasured as one of four”/rah-BEE-ya/Radhiagirl“Content, joyful, and at peace”/RAH-dhee-ah/Rafiboy“Arabic-derived masculine name meaning “high,” “exalted,” or “one who raises/elevates.””/RAH-fee/Rafiqboy“A faithful and kind companion”/ra-FEEK/Rafiyagirl“Noble, elevated, and held in high regard”/rah-FEE-ya/Rahagirl“Joy, comfort, and a peaceful presence”/RAH-ha/Rahimboy“Merciful and compassionate”/rah-HEEM/Rahimagirl“A merciful and compassionate woman”/rah-HEE-ma/Rahmagirl“Mercy, compassion, and loving kindness”/RAH-ma/Raihanagirl“Fragrant, graceful, and refreshing like a sweet flower”/ry-HAH-na/Rajagirl“Hope and confident expectation of good things”/RAH-jah/Rajabuboy“Born in the month of Rajab”/rah-JAH-boo/Ramadhaniboy“Born during Ramadan, a blessed month of devotion”/rah-mah-DHAH-nee/Ramlagirl“A cherished and graceful daughter”/RAM-la/Raniagirl“Arabic-derived feminine name meaning “one who gazes,” “looking attentively,” or “contemplative gaze.””/RAH-nee-a/Rashagirl“A young gazelle, symbolizing grace and liveliness”/RA-sha/Rashadboy“Guided by wisdom and good judgment”/ra-SHAD/Rashidboy“Rightly guided and wise”/rah-SHEED/Rashidagirl“A wise woman who is guided toward what is right”/rah-SHEE-da/Rashidiboy“Wise, mature, and guided toward what is right”/rah-SHEE-dee/Raufuboy“Exceptionally gentle, kind, and compassionate”/rah-OO-foo/Rawdagirl“Arabic feminine name meaning “garden,” “meadow,” or “lush garden.””/ROW-dah/Rayanboy“Variant transliteration of Rayyan, meaning “well-watered,” “lush,” or “full/quenched”; Rayyan is also the traditional name of a gate of Paradise for those who fast.”/ray-YAN/Rayyanboy“Arabic masculine name meaning “well-watered,” “lush,” or “quenched”; also the traditional name of a gate of Paradise for those who fast.”/RAY-yan/Raziagirl“A woman who meets life with acceptance and grace”/rah-ZEE-ah/Rehemagirl“Merciful and compassionate”/reh-HEH-mah/Ridhiagirl“Contentment, satisfaction, and peace of heart”/RITH-ee-ah/Ridhwanboy“A child associated with God’s pleasure and loving acceptance”/RITH-wahn/Rifatboy“Elevation, dignity, and high standing”/REE-fat/Rihamgirl“Arabic feminine name meaning “light rain” or “gentle rainfall.””/ree-HAM/Rimgirl“Arabic feminine name meaning “white gazelle” or “white antelope.””/REEM/Rimagirl“A graceful white antelope”/REE-ma/Rizikigirl“A blessing and precious provision from God”/ree-ZEE-kee/Rosagirl“Rose; a name associated with the rose flower.”/ROH-sah/Rukiagirl“One who rises in honour, strength, and goodness”/roo-KEE-ah/

Saadboy“A fortunate child destined for happiness”/SAH-ad/Saadagirl“Happiness and good fortune”/sah-AH-dah/Saadiagirl“Blessed with good fortune”/sah-AH-dee-ah/Sabagirl“A gentle east wind or morning breeze.”/SA-ba/Sabahgirl“Morning; dawn.”/sa-BAH/Sabirboy“Patient, steady, and strong through every season”/SAH-beer/Sabiragirl“A patient and resilient woman who keeps going”/sah-BEE-rah/Sabringirl“Patient, enduring, or steadfast.”/sah-BREEN/Saburiboy“A patient and enduring man”/sah-BOO-ree/Sadiqboy“A truthful, sincere, and trustworthy man”/SAH-deek/Sadiqagirl“A truthful, sincere, and trustworthy woman”/sah-DEE-kah/Sadiyagirl“Fortunate, happy, or blessed.”/sah-DEE-yah/Safinagirl“A steady vessel carrying loved ones safely through life”/sah-FEE-nah/Safiyagirl“Pure-hearted and cherished”/sah-FEE-yah/Safuragirl“Arabic form of Zipporah, traditionally the name of Prophet Musa's wife; ultimately associated with “bird.””/sah-FOO-rah/Sahargirl“The time just before dawn; pre-dawn.”/SAH-har/Saidboy“A joyful and fortunate child”/sah-EED/Saidagirl“A happy and fortunate girl”/sah-EE-dah/Saidiboy“Happy, fortunate, and blessed”/sah-EE-dee/Saifboy“Strong, courageous, and protective”/SAYF/Sajidboy“One who prostrates in worship; a worshipper.”/SAH-jid/Sajidagirl“A woman who prostrates in worship.”/SA-jee-da/Sajjadboy“One who frequently prostrates in worship; very devout.”/saj-JAD/Sakinagirl“Peace, calm, and inner serenity”/sah-KEE-nah/Salahboy“A child of goodness and upright character”/SAH-lah/Salamaboy or girl“Peaceful and safe”/sah-LAH-mah/Salehboy“Righteous, kind, and virtuous”/SAH-leh/Salihboy“A righteous and virtuous man”/SAH-leeh/Salihagirl“A righteous and virtuous woman”/sah-LEE-hah/Salimboy“Safe, healthy, and at peace”/sah-LEEM/Salimagirl“Safe, healthy, and at peace”/sah-LEE-mah/Salmagirl“Peaceful, protected, and gentle”/SAL-mah/Salsabilgirl“Salsabil, a spring or fountain in Paradise mentioned in the Qur'an.”/sal-sa-BEEL/Salumboy“Safe, sound, and well”/sah-LOOM/Samahgirl“Generous, gracious, and forgiving”/sa-MAH/Samargirl“Evening conversation or pleasant night-time companionship.”/SA-mar/Samiagirl“A girl destined to rise high”/sah-MEE-ah/Samiragirl“A warm and delightful companion”/sah-MEE-rah/Sanaagirl“Radiant, brilliant, and full of promise”/sah-NAH-ah/Saumugirl“A child associated with devotion and spiritual strength”/SAH-oo-moo/Sawsangirl“Lily or iris.”/SAW-san/Selemaniboy“Peaceful and wise”/seh-leh-MAH-nee/Shaabanboy“Born in Shaaban, a month of spiritual preparation”/shah-AH-ban/Shabanboy“A child welcomed in a sacred and memorable season”/shah-BAHN/Shabaniboy“A child associated with a sacred and memorable season”/shah-BAH-nee/Shadiagirl“Joyful, lively, and pleasant to be around”/SHAH-dee-ah/Shafiiboy“Intercessor or advocate; also associated with the Shafi'i Islamic legal tradition.”/sha-FEE-ee/Shahidagirl“Witness; one who testifies.”/shah-HEE-dah/Shakirboy“Thankful and appreciative”/SHA-kir/Shakiragirl“Grateful and appreciative”/shah-KEE-rah/Shamsagirl“Bright and warm like the sun”/SHAM-sah/Shamsiboy or girl“Sunny and radiant”/SHAM-see/Shamsuddinboy“Sun of the faith/religion.”/shams-oo-DEEN/Shangweboy or girl“Rejoicing and celebration at a child’s arrival.”/SHANG-weh/Sharifboy“Noble-hearted and honorable”/shah-REEF/Sharifagirl“A noble and honorable woman”/shah-REE-fah/Sharifuboy“A noble and honorable son”/shah-REE-foo/Shawaliboy“A boy born during Shawwal”/shah-WAH-lee/Shifagirl“Healing; cure.”/SHEE-fah/Shihabboy“Flame, blazing fire, or meteor/shooting star.”/shi-HAB/Shireengirl“Persian-derived name meaning “sweet” or “pleasant”; it is also used among Muslim communities in East Africa.”/shee-REEN/Shomariboy“A Swahili/East African name commonly glossed as “strong,” “powerful,” or “forceful.””/sho-MAH-ree/Shujaaboy or girl“A courageous hero with a brave heart”/shoo-JAH-ah/Shukraniboy or girl“A child welcomed with deep gratitude and thankfulness.”/shoo-KRA-nee/Shukriboy or girl“A reminder to live with gratitude”/SHOOK-ree/Shukuruboy or girl“Thankful and grateful”/shoo-KOO-roo/Siddiqboy“Arabic-derived: deeply truthful and sincere”/sid-DEEK/Sidragirl“Arabic-derived: the lote tree (sidr), especially associated with the sacred lote tree in Islamic tradition.”/SID-rah/Sifaboy or girl“A child worthy of praise”/SEE-fah/Simbaboy or girl“Brave, powerful, and courageous like a lion”/SEEM-bah/Sinanboy“Spearhead; a traditional image of courage and readiness”/see-NAN/Sitaboy or girl“The sixth-born child”/SEE-tah/Sitigirl“A dignified and respected girl”/SEE-tee/Sofiagirl“Wise and thoughtful”/soh-FEE-ah/Sophiagirl“Greek-derived: “wisdom.” Sophia is widely used in Kenya and Tanzania, but is not a Swahili-origin name.”/soh-FEE-ah/Subiragirl“Patient, steadfast, and resilient”/soo-BEE-rah/Sudiboy“An East African Muslim usage, probably related to Arabic سعيد (Sa‘id): “fortunate,” “happy,” or “lucky.””/SOO-dee/Sufianboy“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/soo-fee-AHN/Suhaibboy“Arabic-derived: commonly understood as “reddish” or “reddish-haired.” It is also the name of the Prophet Muhammad’s companion Suhayb al-Rumi.”/soo-HAYB/Suhailboy“Arabic-derived: “Canopus,” a bright star; it can also carry senses such as “easy” or “gentle.””/soo-HAYL/Suhailagirl“Arabic feminine form related to Suhail; commonly “little Canopus/little star,” and also associated with ease, gentleness, or softness.”/soo-HAY-la/Suleimanboy“Peaceful and wise”/soo-lay-MAHN/Sultanboy“A strong and dignified leader”/SOOL-tahn/Sultanagirl“A dignified woman with strength and leadership”/sool-TAH-nah/Sumayagirl“A strong and steadfast woman”/soo-MY-ah/Sundusgirl“Arabic-derived: fine silk, brocade, or luxurious silk cloth; a Qur’anic word.”/SOON-doos/

Tabasamuboy or girl“A smile; a joyful, bright presence”/tah-bah-SAH-moo/Tabitagirl“Graceful and gentle like a gazelle”/tah-BEE-tah/Tahaboy“A cherished Quranic name, traditionally left with its sacred mystery”/TAH-hah/Tahanigirl“Warm congratulations and joyful good wishes”/ta-HA-nee/Tahirboy“Pure-hearted and sincere”/tah-HEER/Tahiragirl“Pure-hearted and sincere”/tah-HEE-rah/Tajiboy or girl“A crown; someone precious and honored”/TAH-jee/Tajiriboy“Prosperous and successful”/tah-JEE-ree/Tajuddinboy“A noble crown of faith”/tah-joo-DEEN/Talhaboy“Arabic-derived: the name of a type of tree, traditionally identified as an acacia or banana tree in differing accounts.”/TAL-ha/Talibboy“A seeker of knowledge and wisdom”/tah-LEEB/Talibagirl“A seeker of knowledge and wisdom”/tah-LEE-bah/Tamimboy“Whole, complete, and strong in character”/tah-MEEM/Tanoboy or girl“The fifth-born child”/TAH-noh/Taqiboy“Devout, mindful, and reverent”/TAH-kee/Taqwagirl“Devotion, goodness, and a faithful heart”/TAK-wah/Tariqboy“A guiding morning star and a welcome arrival”/tah-REEK/Tasnimgirl“Arabic-derived: Tasnim, a spring or fountain in Paradise mentioned in the Qur’an.”/tas-NEEM/Tatuboy or girl“Three; a name associated with fullness and distinction”/TAH-too/Taufiqboy“Blessed success and divine guidance”/tow-FEEK/Tausiboy or girl“Beauty, dignity, and colorful confidence”/TOW-see/Tawakalboy or girl“A life grounded in trust in God”/tah-wah-KAHL/Tawhidagirl“Faith, spiritual unity, and devotion”/taw-HEE-dah/Tayibboy“Good-hearted, kind, and wholesome”/TAH-yib/Tayibagirl“Good-hearted, kind, and wholesome”/tah-YEE-bah/Tegemeoboy or girl“A source of hope and dependable support”/teh-geh-MEH-oh/Temboboy“The elephant—strong, wise, and steady”/TEM-boh/Tendoboy or girl“A person whose actions make a difference”/TEN-doh/Thabitboy“Steady, dependable, and strong in faith”/THAH-bit/Thabitiboy“Steadfast and dependable in every challenge”/tha-BEE-tee/Thamaniboy or girl“Precious, valued, and dearly loved”/thah-MAH-nee/Thaqibboy“Arabic-derived: “piercing,” “penetrating,” or “bright/shining,” notably used of a piercing star.”/THAH-kib/Thurayagirl“Bright and beautiful like a cluster of stars”/thoo-RAH-yah/Timotheoboy“One who honors God”/tee-moh-THEH-oh/Titoboy“A respected and honorable person”/TEE-toh/Tomasboy“A beloved twin or companion”/TOH-mahs/Tukufuboy or girl“Glorious, honored, and worthy of praise”/too-KOO-foo/Tuliagirl“Calm, peaceful, and gentle in spirit”/too-LEE-ah/Tumainiboy or girl“Hope for a bright and joyful future”/too-my-nee/Tunuboy or girl“A treasured and precious gift”/TOO-noo/

Ubaidboy“A humble servant of God”/oo-BAYD/Ubaidullahboy“A devoted servant of God”/oo-BAYD-oo-lah/Uhaiboy or girl“Life, vitality, and a lively spirit”/oo-HIGH/Uhuruboy or girl“Freedom, independence, and the courage to live openly”/oo-HOO-roo/Ulfagirl“Warm affection, friendship, and loving companionship”/OOL-fah/Ulyagirl“Exalted, noble, and held in high esteem”/OOL-yah/Umaimagirl“Tender, nurturing, and motherly”/oo-MAY-mah/Umairboy“A cherished young person with a long and flourishing life”/oo-MAYR/Umarboy“Flourishing, long-lived, and blessed with a full life”/OO-mar/Umm Kulthumgirl“A deeply traditional name associated with dignity, beauty, and strength”/oom KUL-thoom/Umm Salamagirl“A dignified traditional name associated with peace and well-being”/oom sah-LAH-mah/Umniagirl“A cherished wish come true”/OOM-nee-ah/Umojaboy or girl“Unity, togetherness, and the strength of standing as one”/oo-MOH-jah/Upendoboy or girl“Love, affection, and a heart full of kindness”/oo-PEN-doh/Uqbahboy“One who follows a meaningful path and carries a family’s hopes forward”/OOK-bah/Uremboboy or girl“Beauty, adornment, and grace”/oo-REM-boh/Usamaboy“Lion-hearted and courageous”/oo-SAA-mah/Usaydboy“Little lion, a tender name for a brave child”/oo-SAYD/Ushindiboy or girl“Victory and triumph after overcoming challenges”/oo-SHEEN-dee/Uthmanboy“A treasured traditional Muslim name with a long history of honor and faith”/OOTH-maan/Uwaysboy“A cherished traditional Muslim name associated with devotion and spiritual depth”/oo-WAYS/Uzairboy“A dear and cherished child”/oo-ZAYR/Uzurigirl“Beauty, goodness, and a lovely spirit”/oo-ZOO-ree/

Valentinagirl“A strong, healthy child who brings love and happiness”/val-en-TEE-nah/Valentineboy“A strong and healthy child, full of courage”/VAL-en-tyne/Valentinoboy“A strong and healthy child with a courageous heart”/val-en-TEE-noh/Valeriegirl“A strong, healthy child with a resilient spirit”/VAL-uh-ree/Vanessagirl“A graceful modern name chosen for its beauty and distinctive sound”/vuh-NES-ah/Venanceboy“A brave and determined child with a strong spirit”/veh-NANS/Venerandagirl“A precious child who is deeply honored and cherished”/veh-neh-RAHN-dah/Veragirl“A sincere and faithful child”/VEH-rah/Violagirl“A beautiful and gentle child with a quietly joyful spirit”/vee-OH-lah/Violetgirl“A gentle and beautiful child, like the violet flower”/VY-uh-let/Virginiagirl“A pure and dignified child”/ver-JIN-ee-ah/Vitusboy“A child blessed with life, vitality, and joy”/VY-tus/Viviangirl“A lively, full-of-life child”/VIV-ee-an/Vuliboy or girl“A child born during the Vuli season”/VOO-lee/Vumiliagirl“A patient and resilient child who faces life with courage”/voo-MEE-lee-ah/

Wafagirl“Faithful, loyal, and true-hearted”/WAH-fah/Wahabuboy“One who gives generously and abundantly”/wah-HAH-boo/Wahibboy“A generous giver of blessings”/WAH-hib/Wahibagirl“A generous giver of blessings”/wah-HEE-bah/Wahidboy“Unique and one of a kind”/WAH-heed/Wajidboy“One who discovers and recognizes what is valuable”/WAH-jid/Wajidagirl“A woman who discovers and recognizes what is valuable”/wah-JEE-dah/Wajihboy“Distinguished, eminent, respected.”/wa-JEEH/Wakilboy“A trusted representative and dependable advocate”/wah-KEEL/Waliboy“A protective friend and faithful guardian”/WAH-lee/Walidboy“A precious new beginning and cherished child”/wah-LEED/Wardagirl“A beautiful rose, symbolizing love and tenderness”/WAR-dah/Waridigirl“A beautiful and flourishing rose”/wah-REE-dee/Warisboy“Arabic-derived: an heir who carries the family forward”/WAH-ris/Warithagirl“Arabic-derived: an heiress who receives and carries on the family heritage”/wah-RI-thah/Wasimboy“A handsome and gracious person”/wah-SEEM/Wasimagirl“Beautiful, graceful, and charming”/wah-SEE-mah/Waziriboy“A respected leader entrusted with responsibility”/wah-ZEE-ree/Wemagirl“Goodness, kindness, and a warm-hearted nature”/WEH-mah/Widadgirl“Deep affection and loving companionship”/wee-DAD/Wijdangirl“Feelings, sentiment, inner consciousness or conscience.”/WIJ-dan/

Yahyaboy“Living; full of life”/YAH-yah/Yakububoy“Traditionally associated with Jacob, a name of steadfast faith”/yah-KOO-boo/Yakutagirl“Ruby or precious gem; a treasured child”/yah-KOO-ta/Yaminboy“Fortunate and guided toward what is right”/YAH-min/Yaminagirl“Fortunate, blessed, and guided toward what is right”/yah-MEE-na/Yasinboy“A revered Quranic name with a sense of spiritual distinction”/YAH-seen/Yasirboy“One who brings ease and well-being”/YAH-seer/Yasiragirl“One who brings ease, comfort, and prosperity”/yah-SEE-ra/Yasmingirl“Jasmine; graceful beauty and sweetness”/YAS-min/Yatimagirl“Orphan; specifically the feminine Arabic-derived form meaning a female orphan.”/yah-TEE-ma/Yekoniaboy“God establishes and makes firm”/yeh-koh-NEE-ah/Yeremiaboy“God uplifts and appoints”/yeh-reh-MEE-ah/Yohanaboy“God is gracious”/yoh-HAH-na/Yonaboy“Dove; a gentle symbol of peace”/YOH-na/Yosefuboy“God will add; a hopeful name for abundance”/yoh-SEH-foo/Yoshuaboy“God is salvation”/yoh-SHOO-ah/Yudaboy“Praise; gratitude and celebration”/YOO-da/Yumnagirl“Blessed, prosperous, and fortunate”/YOOM-na/Yunusboy“Dove; a gentle symbol of peace”/YOO-noos/Yushaboy“God is salvation”/YOO-sha/Yusragirl“Ease, comfort, and a life made gentle”/YOOS-ra/Yusufboy“A revered prophetic name referring to Joseph”/YOO-soof/Yusufuboy“God will add; a hopeful name for increase and blessing”/yoo-SOO-foo/

Zahabugirl“Gold: precious, radiant, and deeply treasured”/za-HAH-boo/Zahidboy“Arabic-derived name meaning “devout” and devoted to a life of faith”/ZAH-hid/Zahidagirl“Devout, ascetic, pious.”/ZAH-hee-dah/Zahirboy“Bright, radiant, and confident”/ZA-heer/Zahiragirl“Radiant, bright, and full of life”/ZA-hee-ra/Zahragirl“Radiant, flower-like, and full of beauty”/ZAH-rah/Zaidboy“One whose life brings growth and abundance”/ZA-id/Zainboy“Beauty, grace, and goodness”/ZAYN/Zainabugirl“A fragrant flower and a cherished, graceful woman; the established Swahili form of Zaynab”/zai-NAH-boo/Zaitunigirl“Peaceful and fruitful, like the olive tree”/zai-TOO-nee/Zakariaboy“God has remembered and lovingly answered”/za-ka-REE-ah/Zakiboy“Pure-hearted, bright, and wise”/ZA-kee/Zakiagirl“Pure-hearted, intelligent, and virtuous”/za-KEE-ah/Zamaniboy“Formerly; long ago; in olden times.”/zah-MAH-nee/Zamzamgirl“A blessed child, associated with sacred water and divine provision”/ZAM-zam/Zawadiboy or girl“A precious gift and a blessing to the family”/za-WA-dee/Zikragirl“A treasured remembrance and reminder of God”/ZIK-rah/Ziyadboy“Increase, growth, and abundance”/zee-YAD/Zubairboy“Strong, courageous, and wise”/zoo-BAIR/Zubedagirl“The finest, most precious part of the family”/zoo-BEH-dah/Zuberiboy“A strong and courageous man”/zoo-BEH-ree/Zuhairboy“A small flower, suggesting delicacy and beauty”/zoo-HAYR/Zuhdiboy“Ascetic, self-denying, or devoted to spiritual simplicity.”/ZOOH-dee/Zuhuragirl“A bright morning star and a source of beauty”/zoo-HOO-rah/Zuleikagirl“A graceful and beautiful woman”/zoo-LAY-kah/Zulfiqarboy“A traditional name associated with a celebrated sword”/zool-fee-KAR/Zumaridigirl“Emerald-like: precious, vibrant, and full of hope”/zoo-ma-REE-dee/Zunairagirl“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/zoo-NAY-rah/Zuriboy or girl“Beautiful and lovely”/ZOO-ree/