Swahili Baby Names

28 names of Swahili origin

Boy Names

Bahari
ocean
Gakai
to rise or ascend
Husani
Swahili
Idi
Hebrew
Iesa
God is gracious
Kyalo
to shine
Masai
People who speak Maa
Zuberi
Strong or powerful

Girl Names

Dakiya
A name that represents hope or new beginnings.
Imara
strong, resolute
Jazuri
Swahili
Laleta
Swahili
Meleka
Swahili
Malayka
angel
Nirobi
cool waters
Nya
Purpose
Nyakume
The one who converses, talks eloquently
Nakijah
to be successful; prosperous
Nyota
Star
Panya
To be loved.
Shamese
bringer of light
Tabia
skillful
Vitani
to be strong

Unisex Names

Johari
jewel or gift
Kennyatta
Swahili
Mahari
to assist, to help
Nakia
Pure
Omari
God the highest