African Inspired Names, Meanings, and their History

Explore african inspired names from around the world to learn more about, including their meanings, pronunciation, and history.

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Gutsaka (Gu-tsaa-kaa)

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Kanyana (kahn-yah-nah)

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Shaliqa (shah-LEE-kah)

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Devakee (deh-vuh-kee)

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Ratuja (rah-TOO-jah)

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Kanlaya (kan-lah-yah)

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Soumava (soo-mah-vah)

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Chellaiah (chuh-LIE-uh)

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Kedaar (ke-DAHR)

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Soman (soh-mahn)

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Alexandar (al-ig-ZAN-dər)

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Asghia (As-ghee-ah)

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Reeni (REE-nee)

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Pushkin (PUSH-kin)