Female and male names most popular from last year : South Africa.
282 names found
Olive
Latin-derived name meaning 'peace' or 'olive tree', symbolizing harmony in many cultures.
Kimberly
American feminine name derived from combining 'Kim' and 'Berry', meaning 'from the woods'. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, with notable bearers including Kimberly Guilfoyle and tennis player Kim Clijsters.
Miriam
Hebrew name meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness," but is often associated with Miriam, the supportive sister of Moses in the Old Testament.
Solomon
The name Solomon originates from Hebrew, meaning 'peace', derived from the word 'shalom'.
Dillon
Irish name derived from the surname Ó Dálláin, which means "little daisy" in Gaelic. It has been adopted as a popular given name worldwide since the mid-20th century and is often associated with Irish heritage.
Miller
Surname of German and English origin that means "miller" or "grinder of grain," originally given to those who worked grinding grains into flour.
Xolani
Zulu name meaning "peace," popularized by Chief Xolani kaNtongwa who was known for his peacemaking efforts.
Jacari
Jacari, of African origin, means 'sugar cane' in Bantu language and signifies sweetness, tracing back to ancient African civilizations celebrating sugarcane harvest.
Kaizer
German name meaning "emperor," derived from the historic title Kaiser used in medieval Europe for rulers of the Holy Roman Empire.
Riaan
Unique male given name of South African origin, derived from the Dutch surname "Rijke" which means "rich" or "wealthy".
Charlize
Unique South African feminine name meaning "free", popularized by actress Charlize Theron.
Glory
English female name derived from 'glory', meaning splendor or brilliant light, popular since the late 19th century.
Posie
Charming English name derived from 'posy', meaning a small bunch of flowers. It evokes feelings of beauty, grace, and positivity, and is often linked to nature and growth.
Karleigh
Stylish English feminine given name derived from the surname Carlisle, meaning "strong, eager man.
Amaryllis
Rare Greek feminine given name meaning 'to sparkle/shine', inspired by the red amaryllis flower and the mythical nymph who transformed into it after winning Alcaeus' heart.
Beautiful
English origin, means 'beautiful' and was likely given to daughters perceived exceptionally beautiful or as an expression of parental hopes for future attractiveness.
Rahim
Arabic-origin name meaning "compassionate" or "merciful", often associated with Islamic concepts of mercy. It's popular among Muslims worldwide and has transcended cultural boundaries.
Tayla
English name that means "from the meadow," originating from an Old English surname derived from "tilen" meaning "tile" or "marsh.
Zalani
Unique African name of Zulu origin, known to convey positivity and good fortune, though it lacks a specific meaning or translation.
Kendell
Distinct Scottish surname-derived unisex first name that historically denoted "head of the settlement" or "chief of the village," though its meaning may vary.
Kimberlyn
Intriguing English feminine name derived from Kimberley and Lynn, with meanings rooted in nature and South African diamonds, popularized in late 20th-century America.
Xola
Radiant African name meaning "to shine" in Zulu, celebrating hope and renewal.
Zoella
Distinctive English girl's name derived from Greek "zoë," meaning life, with historical popularity in the late 19th century Victorian era.
Kimberley
English feminine given name derived from the South African town of Kimberley, named after Mrs. Kimberley and believed to mean "land of cumin" in Middle Dutch.
Psalms
Rare Hebrew origin given name that translates to "songs" or "praises", reflecting its biblical significance as the title of the Book of Psalms, attributed to King David.
Sarafina
Unique female name of Swahili origin, meaning 'good luck' or 'lucky one.'
Amahle
Beautiful Zulu name meaning 'beautiful', traditionally given to baby girls considered exceptionally beautiful or born on a particularly beautiful day.
Kadeem
Distinct African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria, derived from Kafémi meaning "the gathered one.
Miryam
Hebrew name that means "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness", inspired by the biblical figure Miriam, Moses' and Aaron's sister.
Nelani
African origin name derived from Zulu language, meaning "beautiful like the sunrise.
Dlani
Unique African name of Zulu origin, meaning 'star' or 'calmness', and often given to girls under specific circumstances in Zulu culture.
Tyrian
Rare Latin-derived name signifying 'purple', historically reserved for royalty in ancient Rome due to the dye's rarity and cost.
Zolani
African name from the Xhosa people meaning "calmness.
Kimberli
English feminine given name derived from Kimble, which means 'from the clear meadow'.
Richardson
English surname meaning "son of Richard", derived from the Old German given name Ricohardus ("power" + "brave"), first recorded in 14th-century England and now common worldwide, including among notable figures like Natalie Wood and Mordecai Richler.
Tinleigh
Modern blend of Tinley (from English place names) and Leigh (Old English "noble combat"), created recently as a unique alternative.
Decker
German surname of occupational origin, derived from 'deke' meaning 'cover' or 'roof', given to individuals who lived in houses with reed roofs or worked as roofers.
Jozi
Modern unisex name with origins tracing back to Hebrew 'Joshua' meaning 'Yahweh is salvation', or Latin 'Josephine' meaning 'God shall increase'. In South Africa, it's associated with Johannesburg.
Janora
Unique female Hebrew name derived from Yanira, meaning 'God answers'.
Pretty
Unique female given name originating from the English adjective 'pretty', signifying attractiveness. First used as a personal name in the United States during the late 19th century, it was often bestowed upon African American girls born into slave families, embodying hope for their future charm and admiration.