For boys, Swahili naming often celebrates courage or the blessings that shape a child’s future. Jabari (“brave”) and Baraka (“blessing”) exemplify the synergy of Arabic and African linguistic elements. Such names underscore collective values and a sense of duty to family and neighbors. Choosing a Swahili baby boy name imparts a proud legacy, reflecting centuries of cultural exchange and unwavering optimism along East Africa’s shores.

Bahati -

Luck or fortune.

Damari -

Warrior

Demere -

Gentle

Dunia -

Dunia means "world" or "life."

Duquan -

Strong

Emani -

Faith

Enzi -

Powerful, home ruler

Imani -

Belief, faith, trust

Imena -

Imena means "dream" or "faithful" in Swahili.

Jabarri -

Courageous and strong

Jabori -

One who brings comfort to people or bringer of consolation

Jahari -

Jewel

Jahi -

Dignified

Jahiem -

Raised up

Jakazi -

Ready, initiate

Jamani -

Friend, friendship

Jamauri -

Beauty, pool

Jamoni -

Benevolent, brilliant, inventive

Jasiri -

Brave

Javari -

Brave, fearless

Jekai -

God is my strength

Jioni -

Jioni means "evening" in Swahili.

Juma -

Juma means "born on Friday."

Kaiza -

Kaiza is a name of Swahili origin meaning "leader" or "king."

Kamare -

A place of abundance

Kamazi -

"quiet, peaceful"

Kawon -

A variant of a language like Korean or Swahili

Khamoni -

Beautiful

Khamren -

Son of king

Khasir -

King

Kimoni -

In swahili is not clearly defined in the available sources

Kovu -

Kovu means "scar" in Swahili.

Kyza -

Kyza is a name of Greek origin meaning "throne" or "reigning."

Maru -

Maru means "round" or "circle" in Japanese.

Mehki -

One who is distinguished

Namiri -

The meaning of Namiri is "swift" or "fast."

Nyan -

Wisdom or knowledge in swahili

Nyheim -

In the provided sources

Ramadhani -

Ramadhani means "born during Ramadan."

Saidi -

Saidi means "happy" or "fortunate."

Sakani -

Dweller

Shabani -

Shabani is a name of Swahili origin, meaning "born in the month of the Islamic calendar called Sha'ban."

Simba -

Lion

Tajiri -

The name Tajiri means "wealthy" or "prosperous."

Tyheem -

One who is praised

Zamari -

Musician

Zekani -

Promise

Zuri -

Beautiful

Zurich -

Beautiful

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