Discover and Shortlist Your Perfect Baby Names!
Zulu names are deeply connected to the traditions, language, and spiritual beliefs of the Zulu people. Names like Thandeka (beloved) and Sipho (gift) reflect virtues, familial bonds, or life’s blessings. These names preserve the heritage and pride of one of South Africa’s largest ethnic groups.
| Name | Meaning | Origins | Gender | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lulany | Lulany: Unique Zulu name meaning "to soothe," primarily for girls. | African, Zulu | Girl | |
| Lusile | Lusile: African name meaning "peaceful" or "calm," for girls. | African, Zulu | Girl | |
| Luthandolwami | Luthandolwami means "my love" in Zulu; it's culturally significant. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Luthandolwethu | Luthandolwethu means "our love," a unique unisex Zulu name. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Luyandah | Luyandah: Zulu name meaning "to love," associated with females. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Luyandha | Luyandha: Zulu name meaning "beloved," popular unisex choice globally. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Luyandile | Luyandile: Zulu name meaning "love has increased," gaining popularity. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Lwandle | Lwandle means "ocean" in Zulu; it's a unisex name. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Lwazi | Lwazi means "knowledge" in Zulu, symbolizing wisdom and intelligence. | African, Zulu | Boy | |
| Lyndiwe | Lyndiwe: Zulu name meaning "waiting," unique, feminine, culturally significant. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Malibongwe | Malibongwe means "praise be thanked" in Zulu, reflecting gratitude. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Mandisa | Mandisa: African name meaning "sweetness," popular, unisex, joyful significance. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Mandla | Mandla: Zulu name meaning "power," symbolizing strength and influence. | African, South African, Zulu | Boy | |
| Mandlakayise | Mandlakayise: Zulu name meaning "comfort me," culturally significant and rare. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Mandlakhe | Mandlakhe means "he who is strong" in Zulu culture. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Mandlankosi | Mandlankosi: Zulu name meaning "strength of God," culturally significant. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Manelesi | Manelesi: Zulu name meaning "one who brings happiness" or joy. | African, Zulu | Unisex | |
| Manqoba | Manqoba means "conqueror," symbolizing strength, victory, and leadership in Zulu. | African, South African, Zulu | Boy | |
| Mathembu | Mathembu: Zulu name meaning "trust," associated with male heritage. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Mbalenhlanhla | Mbalenhlanhla means "beauty and good fortune" in Zulu culture. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Mbalenhle | Mbalenhle means "beautiful flower" in Zulu, symbolizing elegance and nature. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Mbali | Mbali means "flower" in Zulu, symbolizing beauty and purity. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Mbaliyethemba | Mbaliyethemba: Zulu name meaning "flower of hope," symbolizes optimism. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Minenhle | Minenhle means "beautiful day" in Zulu, used for gratitude. | South African, Zulu | Unisex | |
| Mlungisi | Mlungisi means "peacemaker" in Zulu, symbolizing harmony and unity. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Mnqobi | Mnqobi, a Zulu name, means "conqueror" and symbolizes strength. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Mondli | Mondli: Zulu name meaning "to guard" or "to protect," unisex. | South African, Zulu | Unisex | |
| Msizi | Msizi, a Zulu name, means "helper" and signifies kindness. | African, South African, Zulu | Boy | |
| Msizy | Msizy: Zulu name meaning "helper," rare but culturally significant choice. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Mthokozisi | Mthokozisi means "one who brings joy" in Zulu culture. | African, South African, Zimbabwean, Zulu | Unisex |
