19 Western African Baby Names With Meanings

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Last Updated on May 12, 2023

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Moussa	Boy	Son; Deliver; Drew out
Future	Unisex	Going to be; Yet to be; To be; To Grow; To come into being
Aissatou	Unisex	Living; Alive
Chukwuemeka	Boy	God did a greater deed; God has done so much
Adeyemi	Unisex	Crown suits me well
Ismaila	Boy	God will hear
Yaya	Unisex	Yahweh is gracious; Of Greece; Granny
Aleema	Girl	Knowledgeable; Intellectual; Learned
Modou	Boy	Muhammad; Praised; Commendable
Saadiya	Girl	A person of good fortune

Keyah	Girl	God's good health
Nyara	Unisex	Bright; Nice; To hurry
Azwa	Girl	A light source; One who moves through darkness toward the light
Badra	Girl	One who is beautiful like the full moon
Chuks	Boy	God; the Supreme immortal
Eniola	Unisex	A wealthy person
Odion	Boy	The elder twin; First of twins
Siaka	Boy	Chief
Yma	Unisex	Whole; Great; Beautiful; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child

Infographic: Beautiful Western African Baby Names With Meanings

Your baby's name is a timeless expression of your love and aspirations for their future. It is a gift that will stay with them forever and remind them of their individuality. Understanding this, our infographic below brings you some adorable Western African Baby Names With Meanings that are distinct yet versatile. Explore them to find a beautiful name that best suits your preferences. Share this infographic with other soon-to-be moms and dads to help them choose an adorable title for their children.

Western African Baby Names With Meanings(infographic)

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