African Baby Names Starting with V

80 African names beginning with the letter V — discover their meanings and cultural roots.

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80 names
Valérie
DR Congo

Strength

Valery
Seychelles

Strength and health

Vallabh
Mauritius

dear, beloved

Vallan
Seychelles

Valley or vale

Vanessa
Gabon

butterfly

Vânia
Cape Verde

butterfly

Vasco
São Tomé and Príncipe

Derived from the Basque name 'Vasco' meaning 'person from the Basque country'

Vavá
São Tomé and Príncipe

A name that represents the concept of life

Veena
Mauritius

harp, musical instrument

Veer
Mauritius

Brave or courageous

Vela
São Tomé and Príncipe

Represents the light and warmth of a candle

Velaphi
South Africa

Hope