Swahili girl names center on positivity and warmth, often highlighting traits such as beauty or wisdom. Zuri (“beautiful”) or Amina (“trustworthy”) showcase the fluid blend of Bantu and Arabic languages. These monikers speak to a coastal heritage of storytelling and trade, forging an identity that’s both gentle and enduring. By selecting a Swahili baby girl name, parents pass on an uplifting worldview rooted in tradition.
Beautiful
Purpose
A variant of the Swahili word for
Queen
Faith
Hope
Purpose or friend in swahili
Good, beautiful
To pass over
To be great
Angel
Purpose in swahili
To flourish
Beautiful
Treasure
Mighty
A variant of the Swahili language
River that swallows all rivers
Grace
Born of fire
Graceful warrior
Hope
Graceful or firm
Wealth
Beautiful
Warrior
Loving
Gift of god
Rule
Sunrise
Beautiful
Free
God is my strength
Pure
Beautiful
God
Antelope
In swahili is not clearly defined in the available sources
Gift
God is gracious
Purpose
Friend
To know
A powerful warrior
Beautiful
To see
Beautiful
Gift
Compassion or mercy.
One who brings joy
Leba means "heart" or "pine" in Hebrew.
Silky
Bright
All powerful
Of African origin origin.
And origin are not widely documented
Purpose
Soft
Treasure
Of the name
And significance
Holds great significance in many african cultures
To be content
Beautiful flower
A variant of Emanuelle
Zaliya is often interpreted to mean "high" or "exalted."
Hadija means "early child" or "trustworthy" in Arabic.
Youthful
Joy
The name "Layoni" means "Lion."
And origin of kiasia are unclear
Joyful
Eight
Raeyah is a variant of the name Raya, which means "friend" or "queen" in Hebrew.
Light
Bright
Of Swahili origin origin.
Provision or sustenance.
Antelope
Warrior
One who is loved, Yahweh will protect
Luck
Mazuri means "beautiful" or "good" in Swahili.
Jamina means "right hand" or "dove."
Grace
Little girl
Of joy
Shyonna
Tyara
Queen
Desire
Majestic
Blossom
Of being admired or beloved
And are often chosen to reflect the qualities or aspirations that parents have for their children
Of khamoni is often associated with
Balance
Born on Friday
A variant of various languages
Of African culture origin.
Mistreated
Of hope and dream
Variety
Beauty
Sweet
Chemistry
Desire
Perfection
In swahili according to the provided sources
To make a circle
Beautiful
A variant of a combination of elements
Linked to beauty and grace
The name Anza means "beginning" or "start."
Graceful
Of historical or origin.
May vary depending on the specific interpretation
Queen
Princess
Powerful warrior
Beautiful
Born during a journey
Purpose
Queen of the sun
Gift from god
Intelligent
Princess
Of the name ziaire is
Faila means "successful" or "fortunate."
Railway in Africa.
Grandmother
Gift of god
Life
Joyful
Star
Rejoice
Make it a popular choice for parents seeking a name that is both meaningful and beautiful
River and
Hope
Silent
Unity or togetherness
The name Bibihalima is of Swahili origin and means "a woman who is gentle and caring."
Funeral procession
And significance
Beautiful
Hope
And cultural roots
Sail and
A variant of the Swahili word for
Gift or blessing
Young one
Beautiful
Divine
Ekaya means "home" or "house."
