Discover unique African baby boy names with deep cultural and modern appeal. Trending names like Mbappe (meaning 'Famous Footballer (modern Usage)'), Melquan (symbolizing 'Strong'), and Muhairwe (representing 'God-given Child') blend traditional values with contemporary style. These names reflect rich naming traditions while aligning with 2023 parenting trends seeking meaningful, gender-neutral options like Myshawn and Montray. Explore our African list of 1000+ names with regional popularity insights and sibling-pairing suggestions.
Names starting with 'M' signify might and wisdom. Examples: Michael (who is like God?), Mason (stone worker), Matthew (gift of God).| # | Baby Names | Meanings | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Mufasa Popularity: 3471% |
King | |
| 2. | Mutebi Popularity: 5653% |
Clan Totem Is A Perch | |
| 3. | Mbappe Popularity: 928% |
Famous Footballer (modern Usage) | |
| 4. | Milandu Popularity: 4259% |
A Case To Answer | |
| 5. | Machupa Popularity: 4655% |
One Who Loves Drinking | |
| 6. | Malawa Popularity: 2895% |
Flourishing | |
| 7. | Madu Popularity: 5162% |
A Human Being; A Person | |
| 8. | Montrail Popularity: 3248% |
Wisely Regarded With An Open Mind, Handsome, Luxurious Expectations | |
| 9. | Mensah Popularity: 4337% |
Born Third | |
| 10. | Martavius Popularity: 2993% |
Greater In Everything | |
| 11. | Makker Popularity: 5402% |
Wise Man | |
| 12. | Muweba Popularity: 2823% |
Clan Totem Is Sorghum | |
| 13. | Melquan Popularity: 5194% |
Strong | |
| 14. | Munyiga Popularity: 2735% |
Presses Others | |
| 15. | Madaadi Popularity: 2428% |
Name Of An Age Group | |
| 16. | Mehai Popularity: 3292% |
Life | |
| 17. | Maleke Popularity: 4978% |
Angelic/angel | |
| 18. | Munachisom Popularity: 5417% |
God Is With Me | |
| 19. | Myking Popularity: 4522% |
My King | |
| 20. | Marshun Popularity: 4069% |
Village In India | |
| 21. | Muhairwe Popularity: 3334% |
God-given Child | |
| 22. | Myshawn Popularity: 2741% |
Fighter | |
| 23. | Mazi Popularity: 5451% |
Sir | |
| 24. | Mahkai Popularity: 2480% |
Modern/adaptable/helpful/knowledgeable/awsome/independent | |
| 25. | Montray Popularity: 2202% |
Means Power | |
| 26. | Mekhia Popularity: 5148% |
Gift Of God | |
| 27. | Musisi Popularity: 5719% |
Pregnant During An Earthquake | |
| 28. | Mutono Popularity: 2451% |
Humble | |
| 29. | Mikaya Popularity: 3467% |
Gift Of God | |
| 30. | Maleak Popularity: 4461% |
King | |
| 31. | Mpoza Popularity: 3566% |
Tax Collector | |
| 32. | Mudiwa Popularity: 4533% |
Beloved; Dearest | |
| 33. | Mablevi Popularity: 2906% |
Do Not Deceive | |
| 34. | Mengesha Popularity: 2285% |
Kingdom | |
| 35. | Monam Popularity: 3682% |
Beloved | |
| 36. | Morafe Popularity: 3749% |
Kingdom, People | |
| 37. | Mossai Popularity: 1784% |
Leader | |
| 38. | Madzimoyo Popularity: 2721% |
Water Of Life | |
| 39. | Makye Popularity: 5034% |
Hawaii | |
| 40. | Madhane Popularity: 2265% |
Savior | |
| 41. | Muwanga Popularity: 4799% |
The Creator | |
| 42. | Matou Popularity: 3068% |
Not Well Known | |
| 43. | Mutuma Popularity: 2826% |
Born In A Time Of Peace | |
| 44. | Muhangi Popularity: 4398% |
God’s Own | |
| 45. | Mandla Popularity: 3422% |
Strength | |
| 46. | Mehki Popularity: 4944% |
Fine, Loyal, Confident, | |
| 47. | Magomu Popularity: 2632% |
Younger Of Twins | |
| 48. | Mpenda Popularity: 2198% |
Fond Lover | |
| 49. | Mehkai Popularity: 5384% |
One With God | |
| 50. | Mulumba Popularity: 5985% |
Has More Than His Share |
Dive into the spiritual significance of African names like Maleke ('Angelic/angel'), Myshawn ('Fighter'), and Machupa ('One Who Loves Drinking') 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 Malawa (inspired by celestial bodies) and Madaadi (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.