Female and male names most popular from last year : Nigeria.

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Amara

African origin name meaning 'graceful' in Mandinka and 'peaceful' in Yoruba.

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Amari

African origin, translates to "peaceful warrior" in Yoruba culture.

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Ibrahim

Arabic name meaning 'father of many', derived from the Semitic root verb 'hrb'. It's revered in Islamic tradition as the prophet and patriarch of Arab people.

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Maryam

Arabic feminine given name that means "sea" or "elevated". It holds significant historical and cultural importance in various regions, particularly in Islamic cultures where it signifies purity, strength, and faith due to its association with the mother of Jesus in Islamic traditions.

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Nia

Igbo name of African origin, translating to 'gift from God'.

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Amos

Hebrew name meaning 'carried', signifying destiny and endurance, popular among ancient Israelites and famously borne by the prophet Amos of Judah.

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Jakari

Unisex African name from the Yoruba language of Nigeria meaning 'the one who brings joy.'

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Dakari

Dakari, of Fulani origin, signifies 'wise and intelligent'.

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Ailany

Rare African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'the joy of many'.

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Khalani

Unique African name of Yoruba origin meaning 'to gather in peace'.

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Khari

Unique Igbo Nigerian name meaning 'good fortune' or 'good luck', believed to bring prosperity and potentially connected to Islamic resilience through its Arabic counterpart 'Khar'.

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Aniya

Attractive African name of Yoruba origin, signifying 'father's daughter' and reflecting happiness at birth or paternal influence.

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Jada

African-origin unisex name from the Yoruba tribe, meaning 'to rejoice' or 'give thanks'.

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Ameer

Arabic name meaning 'commander' or 'leader', popular among Muslims worldwide.

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Jalani

Unique African-origin name from Nigeria's Yoruba people, meaning "calm" or "tranquil," signifying peace and serenity.

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Mekhi

African-origin unisex name derived from the Yoruba language, translating to "Who is who?" or "Who am I?", reflecting self-discovery and identity.

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Damari

Igbo name of African origin meaning 'peaceful'.

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Zakari

African-origin name, popular among Fulani people, meaning 'God remembers'.

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Ayanna

Unique African name of Yoruba origin meaning 'by the shore', associated with water spirits and the power of nature.

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Kamora

Captivating name of African origin, specifically Yoruba, signifying "beautiful, radiant star" and embodying power, wisdom, and good fortune.

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Hakeem

African-derived name from Swahili culture meaning "wise" or "intelligent," reflecting desired attributes.

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Janessa

Captivating feminine name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is gracious," associated with historical figures like Saint Jane Frances de Chantal.

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Tahj

African-origin given name derived from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, meaning "the first child." It celebrates the joy and pride associated with being the eldest sibling.

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Amarah

Distinctive African name of Yoruba origin, translating to 'powerful' or 'commanding respect', drawing from West African folklore where it signifies thunder and strength.

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Niam

Intriguing African name of Fulani origin, meaning 'like water' and symbolizing fluidity, adaptability, resilience, and blessing.

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Nashly

Meet Nashly, a unique unisex name of recent popularity with African roots from the Igbo tribe in Nigeria. Its meaning, believed to be derived from 'Nash' or 'Nashe', signifies continuous progress.

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Khari

Unique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "the first-born" or "most senior", often used for boys but also suitable for girls, signifying importance and respect.

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Layana

Yoruba African name meaning "mother has come home," inspired by a guiding spirit in ancient West African folklore.

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Akeem

African name of West African origin, derived from the Arabic 'Ahmad', meaning 'highly praised'.

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Makhi

Distinctive African given name derived from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, meaning "Who is like God?" It signifies reverence towards the divine and has gained global recognition while retaining its cultural richness and spiritual significance.

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Dayami

African-origin female name derived from the Yoruba language, meaning "my joy has returned.

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Iyanna

African-origin name of Yoruba culture, derived from "Iya" (mother) and "Nna" (ours), translating to "Our Mother".

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Laniyah

Laniya is a unique African Yoruba name meaning "Gift from God.

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Kiari

African (Igbo) unisex name meaning "My joy is greater than yours.

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Kodi

Distinct given name with origins in Scandinavia, where it means "dwelling" or "house", and in West Africa, where it signifies being born on a Tuesday. It may also be a variant of Cody, meaning "helper to the chief".

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Jakhari

Igbo (Nigeria) origin name meaning "prospering at home".

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Jaelani

African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'patience' or 'to be patient', symbolizing endurance and perseverance.

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Namari

Uncommon African name from the Yoruba culture of Nigeria, meaning "My riches.

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Dalani

African origin name from Nigeria's Yoruba culture, signifying 'the one who meets upon arrival' to represent destiny or fate.

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Rumani

Intriguing name of African Yoruba descent, popularized globally despite lacking a specific meaning.

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