Discover unique African baby boy names with deep cultural and modern appeal. Trending names like Kwayera (meaning 'Appearance'), Kovee (symbolizing 'Protector'), and Kemba (representing 'Faithful') blend traditional values with contemporary style. These names reflect rich naming traditions while aligning with 2023 parenting trends seeking meaningful, gender-neutral options like Kwamaine and Kmari. Explore our African list of 1000+ names with regional popularity insights and sibling-pairing suggestions.
Names starting with 'K' denote kindness and strength. Examples: Kai (sea), Kevin (handsome), King (ruler).| # | Baby Names | Meanings | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Korso Popularity: 444% |
Noble | |
| 2. | Kashaun Popularity: 3278% |
Truth Knowledge Powerful | |
| 3. | Kwayera Popularity: 4529% |
Appearance | |
| 4. | Kentavius Popularity: 5276% |
Bright Boy | |
| 5. | Kwanzaa Popularity: 4728% |
Feast Of The First Fruits | |
| 6. | Kavonte Popularity: 3698% |
Basketball | |
| 7. | Keniyah Popularity: 2428% |
Blessed Princess | |
| 8. | Kamaiyah Popularity: 3748% |
Kamaiyah Means One And Olny | |
| 9. | Keisean Popularity: 4959% |
King | |
| 10. | Kuron Popularity: 3905% |
Thanks | |
| 11. | Kewon Popularity: 4680% |
A Gorgeous White Tailed Fox | |
| 12. | Kru Popularity: 4489% |
Greedy | |
| 13. | Kovee Popularity: 3572% |
Protector | |
| 14. | Kaniyah Popularity: 5561% |
Gift Of God | |
| 15. | Kajuan Popularity: 4873% |
Shadow | |
| 16. | Kondo Popularity: 4786% |
War | |
| 17. | Kyair Popularity: 2660% |
He Smart Funny And Handsome | |
| 18. | Khyrie Popularity: 3899% |
Kinglike | |
| 19. | Kidus Popularity: 5925% |
Holy | |
| 20. | Kamau Popularity: 5687% |
Kikuyu Of Kenya Name Meaning Quiet Warrior | |
| 21. | Kemba Popularity: 2797% |
Faithful; Faithful One | |
| 22. | Kwamaine Popularity: 2276% |
Boy Born On Saturday kwame/ Kwamen | |
| 23. | Kijano Popularity: 2895% |
Warrior | |
| 24. | Kayin Popularity: 3158% |
Yoruba Of Nigeria Name Meaning Long-awaited Child | |
| 25. | Kmari Popularity: 5044% |
Godness Kmari Is Another Spelling For Kumari | |
| 26. | Keyon Popularity: 3057% |
Unclear | |
| 27. | Khalfani Popularity: 5983% |
Destined To Rule | |
| 28. | Kendarious Popularity: 4544% |
The Name Ken Is Primarily A Male Name Of Scottish Origin That Means Handsome | |
| 29. | Kshawn Popularity: 2530% |
Evil | |
| 30. | Kemya Popularity: 2467% |
Pretty, Smart, Kind, Enjoyable, And Gift Of God | |
| 31. | Kamorah Popularity: 4864% |
God's Truest Gift From Heaven | |
| 32. | Kyann Popularity: 4555% |
Little King | |
| 33. | Kymoni Popularity: 4093% |
Sailor | |
| 34. | Kaveon Popularity: 2458% |
Born King | |
| 35. | Kiante Popularity: 2026% |
Person Of Great Responsibility | |
| 36. | Kofi Popularity: 3220% |
Male Child Born On A Friday | |
| 37. | Kokayi Popularity: 4380% |
He Summons The People | |
| 38. | Kayonga Popularity: 5200% |
Ash | |
| 39. | Kemani Popularity: 4587% |
Hopeful And Caring | |
| 40. | Kwanza Popularity: 4702% |
First | |
| 41. | Kenyi Popularity: 4213% |
Male Born After + Girls | |
| 42. | Kordae Popularity: 3874% |
Forever | |
| 43. | Kunaka Popularity: 3122% |
Handsome One | |
| 44. | Keita Popularity: 4112% |
Blessing, Or King | |
| 45. | Khmari Popularity: 2901% |
Friend, Protector | |
| 46. | Keontae Popularity: 4401% |
Kin Of God | |
| 47. | Khiya Popularity: 2660% |
Ocean | |
| 48. | Keishaun Popularity: 3736% |
Gift Of God | |
| 49. | Kynedi Popularity: 2318% |
Precious Gift Of Love | |
| 50. | Kween Popularity: 4907% |
Brave, Focus , Determined , Alpha Female , Go-getter, Beautiful And Intelligent Woman With A Lil Bit Of Sassy , Savage, Classy Vibes |
Dive into the spiritual significance of African names like Kyair ('He Smart Funny And Handsome'), Kwamaine ('Boy Born On Saturday kwame/ Kwamen'), and Kwanzaa ('Feast Of The First Fruits') that carry profound philosophical meanings. Our guide analyzes name etymology from African to modern interpretations, helping parents choose names honoring cultural heritage while considering legal naming laws and pronunciation guides. Discover rare gems like Kavonte (inspired by celestial bodies) and Kajuan (symbolizing happiness) missing from mainstream lists.
Our aim is to provide parents with a comprehensive database of names for their children, where they can not only search for names but also discover their beautiful meanings.