African Baby Names Starting with C

400 African names beginning with the letter C — discover their meanings and cultural roots.

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400 names
Cadhbiyo
Somalia

One who brings happiness

Cahy
Madagascar

light or clarity

Cairo
Egypt

victorious

Cajú
São Tomé and Príncipe

Represents the cashew tree, symbolizing growth and sustenance

Cajueiro
São Tomé and Príncipe

Refers to the cashew tree

Calado
Mozambique

quiet or calm

Caleb
Eswatini

Faithful, whole-hearted

Cali
Somalia

exalted

Caliye
Somalia

servant of the most high

Caliyo
Somalia

a virtuous and beautiful girl

Camara
Guinea

teacher

Candela
Equatorial Guinea

Candle or light