From the cradle of the Blue Nile comes a trove of Ethiopian boy names resonating with cultural pride and steadfast values. Take Hailu (“power”) or Ayana (“wonder”), each reflecting an ancient lineage balanced by modern vision. Ethiopia’s storied history of sovereignty and faith provides a strong backdrop, linking biblical narratives to contemporary aspirations. These names promise depth, unity, and a nod to a proud national heritage.
Of Ethiopian origin, meaning "world" or "universe."
Wise
Grace
Ariam is often considered a variation of the name Miriam, which has Hebrew origins and means "wished-for child."
Of Italian origin, associated with the luxury fashion brand, often meaning "freeman."
Asafe is a variant of the Hebrew name Asaph, which means "collector" or "gatherer."
Asaias is a variant of the name Isaiah, which means "Yahweh is salvation" or "God is salvation" in Hebrew.
Aster means "star."
The meaning of the name Barkot is "blessing."
Biruk is an Amharic name meaning "blessed" or "blessing."
Little waterfall
The meaning of the name Emias is "God is with us."
God is with me
Essey means "God is our refuge"
God saves
Eyoab is an Amharic name that means "Job," referring to the biblical figure known for his patience and faithfulness.
Eyoas is often considered a variant of the name "Eyob," which is of Ethiopian origin and is equivalent to "Job" in the Bible, meaning "persecuted" or "afflicted."
Yahweh is God
The name Eyuel means "God is with us."
King, ruler
Ezmael means "God will hear."
Henoch means "dedicated" or "disciplined."
Hiyab means "gift" or "favor" in Tigrinya.
The meaning of Khozen is "treasured" or "chosen."
Luam means "peaceful" or "calm."
Menas is a name of Greek origin meaning "to remain" or "to abide."
The meaning of the name Messai is "Messiah" or "anointed one."
Micaias is a variant of the name Micah, which means "Who is like God?" in Hebrew.
Naol means "to be blessed" or "blessing."
Natael is a variant of the name Nathanael, which means "gift of God."
Crown
Rufael means "God has healed."
Saba means 'morning breeze'.
Salatiel means "asked of God" or "lent to God."
Holy
Sirach is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "rest" or "tranquility."
The meaning of the name Tadey is "heart."
The meaning of the name Yeab is "promise" or "oath."
Divine work or God's work.
Yitbarek means "may he be blessed" in Amharic.
Yodahe is an Amharic name meaning "let them praise him" or "may he be praised."
Yohana means "God is gracious."
Yosias means "God helps."
Zemichael is an Ethiopian name meaning "Son of Michael" or "Follower of Michael."
