African American naming traditions carry echoes of liberation, creativity, and blended heritage. From honoring esteemed figures in Black history to drawing on West African linguistic roots, each name might symbolize resilience or forward momentum. Modern inventions coexist with Old Testament influences, producing a vibrant tapestry that resonates with pride. Embracing an African American baby name ensures a testament to centuries of cultural fusion and inventive self-expression.
Aalaysia means "island country".
Aaleeyah means "exalted" or "high."
The name Aarian means "mountain of strength" or "enlightened."
Aaries is a variation of Aries, which is associated with the zodiac sign representing the ram and symbolizes traits such as courage and leadership.
The meaning of the name Abundance is "a great or plentiful amount."
Acasia is derived from the Greek word "akakia," meaning "thorny tree" or "thorn bush."
Noble, graceful
"Fighter, warrior"
The meaning of Adasha is "blessing."
Adeya means "a gift from God."
Noble
Adream means "A visionary or someone who has ambitious plans or dreams."
Aries: "ram"
Derived from the Old German name "Arian," meaning "eagle" or "lion."
Affinity means a natural liking for or attraction to a person, thing, idea, etc.
Ahkai: No widely recognized meaning available.
Ahkari means "light" or "brightness."
Ahking means "Brotherly."
The meaning of Ahlanii is "joyful" or "happy".
Ahhlani means "unique" in Native American.
The meaning of Ahlias is "The Lord is my God."
Strength
Ahmeir means "prince" or "commander."
Loving and compassionate
Ahmias is a variant of the name Ahmose, which means "born of the moon" in ancient Egyptian.
The name Ahmina means "trustworthy" or "faithful."
Ahmiracle means "a miracle" or "an extraordinary event."
Royal leader
Ahmiri means "princess" in Arabic.
Ahmora is a variation of the name Amora, which means "love" in Spanish.
Hope.
Industrious
The name Ahnesti is a variant of the word "honesty," which means truthfulness and sincerity.
Ahnyx means "mystical and unique."
Honesty
Lion
The meaning of Ahria is "noble" or "honorable."
Ahriyah is a variation of the name Aria, which means "air" or "melody" in Italian.
Ahryan means "noble" or "high-born."
Ahsani means "my beauty" or "my perfection" in Arabic.
Ahsir is often considered a variant of the name Asher, which means "happy" or "blessed" in Hebrew.
Ahvi is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning "earth" or "river."
The meaning of the name Ahzai is "my strength."
Majestic.
Majestic
"Source of Joy"
Eternal
The meaning of Ajournee is "a journey."
Acacia
Joy
Akayda means "noble" in Arabic.
