225+ original Afrikaans names and meanings for boys and girls

Afrikaans names are quickly becoming a favourite among modern parents. Your Afrikaans name is a unique identifier that will stick with you for life. Consequently, people are slowly gravitating away from the common names and are instead looking for unique ones from different languages. For example, in South Africa and worldwide, people are realizing the uniqueness of Afrikaans' names and thus look for cute ones to give their children.

Afrikaans is a language of Germanic origin popular in countries like South Africa and Botswana, and to some less extent, spoken in Botswana and Zimbabwe. Over the years, it has evolved by incorporating other languages like Portuguese, Malay, and a few of the Bantu languages.

Afrikaans baby names

Fascinated by this language and want your kid to have an Afrikaans name? Or do you simply find these names cute? The list below has a mixture of fascinating and funny Afrikaans names that will blend with your child's character.

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Afrikaans boy names and meanings

Expecting a baby boy? Having a boy is one of the greatest bundles of joy that a mother can get. Giving them a unique moniker is, therefore, what every woman looks forward to. You can scroll through this list of Afrikaans boys' names and select one that excites you.

1. Abu: Father
2. Ade: Royal
3. Adam: Like Adam in the Bible meaning red earth
4. Adiel: Goat
5. Adonis: God of peace and love
6. Adriaan: From Adria
7. Aidan: Strong/Fight
8. Ajanie: This Afrikaans name means he who wins the struggle
9. Anton: Praiseworthy
10. Alake: One to be honoured
11. Amri: Prince
12. André: A variation of Andrew meaning man
13. Arno: Eagle
14. Broer: Brother
15. Ben: Short for Benjamin and it means son of the right hand
16. Bertus: This name of Germanic origin stands for strength
17. Botha: This is an Afrikaans surname often used as a name
18. Beyers: The name is derived from the Old English word byre, which means cattle shed
19. Brandon: This Irish name refers to a brave prince.
20. Bernardt: It is of Old German origin, and the meaning is strong, brave bear
21. Bekker: This is another Afrikaans surname commonly used as a name
22. Braam: A variation of Abraham and means father of a multitude
23. Christiaan: A variant of Christian
24. Christo: Follower of Christ
25. Clementius: Merciful
26. Daniel: God is my judge
27. Danté: Enduring
28. Dawie: Beloved
29. Dedrick: Gifted ruler
30. Dirk: People ruler
31. Dian: Divine
32. Emil: It is of Latin origin, and means rival, laborious, or eager
33. Eugene: Noble
34. Eben: The meaning of the name refers to a foundation of stone
35. Everhart: Brace boar
36. Ferdie: venture, voyager, traveller
37. Francois: A variation of Francis meaning free man
38. Frederich: Peaceful ruler
39. Gazali: Mystic
40. Gerhardus: A variation of Gerard
41. Gidea: Was neglected for long but has started to climb now
42. Godewyn: Good friend
43. Gregor: Vigilant
44. Harold: Strong fighter
45. Hansie: God is gracious
46. Heinrich: Home of the king
47. Helouise: Healthy/wide
48. Henrick: Rules the home
49. Henrico: State ruler
50. Imka: Water
51. Isabeau: Pledged to God
52. Izaac: Laughter
53. Jaco: Supplanter
54. Jacques: Supplanter
55. Jaivyn: Light spirit
56. Jan: A variation of John and means God has been gracious
57. Janco: Jehovah has been gracious
58. Jaquan: This Afrikaans name can either mean loving spirit or raised by Yahweh
59. Jengo: One with a reddish complexion
60. Johan: God is gracious
61. Junior: Young
62. Kabili: Possession
63. Kai: Sea
64. Kaikara: A god
65. Kaikura: Ground squirrel
66. Kamogelo: Acceptance
67. Kian: Ancient
68. Kores: Throne
69. Lateef: Civilized
70. Leeto: Journey
71. Lencho: Lion
72. Lethabo: Joy
73. Lodewikus/Louw: War or battle
74. Lolonyo: Love is beautiful
75. Loyiso: Victory
76. Luan: White lion/fair/justice/transparent
77. Luca: Man from Lucania
78. Maghiel: A variation of Michael and means who is like God?
79. Maarten: Fondness of war
80. Mattys: A variation of Matthis
81. Michel: Another variation of Michael and means Who is like God?
82. Mpho: Gift
83. Nicolaas: Victorious army
84. Nelius: Horn
85. Paulsen: This Afrikaans name can either mean little or son of Paul
86. Pieter: A variation of Peter and means a rock
87. Philippus: Lover of horse
88. Riana: Little king
89. Ricus: Sovereign ruler
90. Roosevelt: Field of roses
91. Ruan: A variation of Ruadhan
92. Ruben: Behold, a son
93. Rutger: Renowned spearman
94. Rylond: Ruler/counselor
95. Sebastian: Person from the ancient city of Sebastia
96. Shakir: Grateful
97. Schuyler: Scholar
98. Stille: Silent
99. Thys: Gift of Yahweh
100. Tiebout: Bold
101. Tjaart: People watcher
102. Tyrese: Talented leader of the well-being
103. Upendo: Love
104. Vanderpool: This Afrikaans name means from the pool
105. Vogel: Bird
106. Wasaki: The enemy
107. Yaro: Son
108. Yerodin: Studious
109. Zander: Defending men
110. Zea: Light

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Afrikaans girl names and meanings

Daughters are beautiful flowers and therefore deserve cute Afrikaans names for girls. No matter how choosy you are, you will surely find the perfect Afrikaans girl name from the list below.

1. Aba: Girls born on Thursday
2. Abebi: We asked and got her
3. Abiba: This Afrikaans name is given to a girl born after her grandmother's death
4. Abina: Born on Tuesday
5. Adelheid: Nobility
6. Adowa: Noble
7. Adrie: From the Adriatic
8. Aileen: alone
9. Agretha: Good woman
10. Aia: Eternal mother
11. Akpena: Thanks to God
12. Aletta: Truth
13. Alizea: Joyful
14. Amahle: The ancestors are here
15. Amogelang: Welcoming
16. Amore: Love
17. Andrietta: Strong and manly
18. Aneke: Grace
19. Anika: Sweet-faced
20. Anja: Grace
21. Annalie: This Afrikaans name is a variation of Hanna and means grace
22. Annemie: Bitter grace
23. Arabella: Yielding to prayer
24. Ava: Life
25. Azelle: Reserved
26. Aziza: Precious
27. Behati: She who brings happiness
28. Berhane: My light
29. Betje: Devoted to God
30. Bibi: This Afrikaans name can either mean lady or grandmother
31. Brunelda: Armor/protection
32. Cazimira: Destroyer of peace
33. Cezanne: Big flower
34. Charlize: Free woman
35. Christien: Follower of Christ
36. Collien: Girl
37. Corli: Horn
38. Dane: This Afrikaans name is a variation of Danae
39. Dian: A variation of Danae
40. Dolinde: A variation of Adelinde
41. Edda: Poetic
42. Elize: Consecrated to God
43. Elna: A variation of Eleonora meaning beloved
44. Elsabe: A variation of Elizabeth and means consecrated to God
45. Elspeth: Another variation of Elizabeth and means consecrated to God
46. Elzebe: Another variation of Elizabeth and means consecrated to God
47. Emmarentia: Universal
48. Erco: Eternal ruler
49. Esca: A creek
50. Estia: Associated with Greek Goddess of home, heart, and chastity
51. Estie: A variation of Esther and means star
52. Fleur: Flower
53. Francisca: Free
54. Genevieve: Juniper tree
55. Gizelda: Hostage
56. Hanneleen: This Afrikaans name has two monikers, Hanne and Leen
57. Hanneli: A variation of Hannah and means grace
58. Hendrika: Rules the home
59. Imka: Water
60. Isebel: A variation of Jezebel and means not exalted
61. Itha: Industrious one
62. Jacomien: A female variation of James meaning supplanter
63. Jan: Gift of God
64. Johanika: God is gracious
65. Juane: Lord is gracious
66. Kaatje: Pure
67. Kayla: Crown or laurel
68. Kerina: Dark-haired
69. Klara: Bright and clear
70. Krisoijn: Curly-haired
71. Landi: Violet
72. Lesedi: Light
73. Liandri: Precious gift
74. Lieve: Loved by the gods
75. Lina: Pure
76. Linda: Soft and tender
77. Loraina: From the province of Lorraine
78. Lorelei: Associated with mermaids
79. Lou: Renowned warrior
80. Lusea: Light
81. Maliné: High tower or woman of Magdela
82. Maretha: Lady
83. Marieke: A variation of Marie meaning bitter
84. Mariëtte: Another variation of Marie meaning bitter
85. Marietjie: Wished for a child
86. Melissa: Honeybee
87. Merinda: Admirable
88. Mia: Bitter
89. Miekie: Water
90. Miems: Protection
91. Mina: Protector
92. Minenhle: Beautiful day
93. Mienkie: Midnight
94. Mischa: Who is like God
95. Naomi: Pleasantness
96. Nelleke: A horn
97. Ottoline: Wealth/fortune
98. Petra: Rock
99. Quintilla: Fifth born
100. Qumé: This Afrikaans name is associated with Quinton and Amy
101. Rachela: Ewe
102. Retha: A variation of Margaretha meaning pearl
103. Rethabile: We are glad
104. Rosalie: Rose
105. Saartjie: Princess
106. Saskia: Saxon woman
107. Simone: The listener
108. Skye: Heavens
109. Skylar: Fugitive
110. Sofie: Wise
111. Sybella: Oracle/prophetess
112. Thandi: Our love
113. Theolene: This Afrikaans name can either mean people or soft
114. Trudene: Spear of strength
115. Tshegofatso: Blessing
116. Violett: Violet color
117. Vivette: Alive
118. Wilhelmina: Helmet/protection
119. Winnifred: White/fair
120. Sonja: Wisdom

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Which baby moniker did you find fascinating from the above Afrikaans names? It is hard to pick one because they are all beautiful. Welcome to the fascinating phase of motherhood and happy naming!

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