African Names Meaning “Strong”

African baby names associated with being strong. 11 names that carry this beautiful quality.

Massinissa

Algeria

Their lord / master (Numidian king's name).

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Ekwueme

Cameroon

One who says and does (keeps their word).

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Chinua

Nigeria

May God fight on my behalf.

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Yaa

Ghana

Born on a Thursday.

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Ousmane

Senegal

A West African form of Uthman — baby bustard / wise companion.

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Tafari

Ethiopia

One who is respected or feared.

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Abebe

Ethiopia

He has flourished / blossomed.

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