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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duduzilethu | Duduzilethu: Zulu name meaning "comfort," unique and culturally significant. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Dumisile | Dumisile: Zulu name meaning "bring me joy," feminine and unique. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Dumisizwe | Dumisizwe: Zulu name meaning "praise the nation," culturally significant and unique. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Dumsani | Dumsani: Zulu name meaning "comfort," significant in Zulu culture. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Gabela | Gabela means "gift" in Bantu, symbolizing blessings and fortune. | Bantu, South African, Xhosa, Zulu | Unisex | |
| Gcibor | Gcibor is a unique African name symbolizing strength and resilience. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Gugu | Gugu, a Zulu name, means "precious" and signifies value. | African, Zulu | Girl | |
| Guguletho | Guguletho means "our pride," is a unisex Zulu name. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Hlengi | Hlengi: Zulu name meaning "be satisfied," cherished for its uniqueness. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Hlengiwe | Hlengiwe means "to be protected" in Zulu, symbolizing safety. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Huwe | Huwe: Uncommon Zulu name meaning "to be," used for all genders. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Induna | Induna: Zulu name meaning "chief," symbolizing strength and leadership. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Jabulane | Jabulane means "be happy" in Zulu, symbolizing joy and celebration. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Jabulani | Jabulani means "rejoice," symbolizes joy, unity, and cultural celebration. | African, South African, Zulu | Boy | |
| Jabulany | Jabulany means "rejoice" in Zulu; it's a unique, melodic name. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Kalula | Kalula: Unique African name meaning "peaceful" or "tranquil," reflecting harmony. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Kange | Kange: a unique, strong name with African warrior connotations. | Bantu, Swahili, Zulu | Unisex | |
| Khethi | Khethi: Zulu name meaning "to choose," gaining popularity in Africa. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Khethiwe | Khethiwe means "chosen one" in Zulu, symbolizing special significance. | African, Zulu | Girl | |
| Kunjani | Kunjani: Zulu name meaning "hello," gaining popularity for its uniqueness. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Kwanele | Kwanele is a unisex Zulu name meaning "enough" or "sufficient." | African, Zulu | Unisex | |
| Langa | Langa, a Zulu name meaning "sun," is gaining global popularity. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Lekeleka | Lekeleka: Unisex Zulu name symbolizing joy, unique and beautiful sound. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Lindani | Lindani: Zulu name meaning patience, gaining global popularity for boys. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Lindelani | Lindelani: Zulu unisex name meaning "wait for what belongs to you." | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Lindiwe | Lindiwe: Zulu name meaning "loved one" or "one waited for." | African, Zulu | Girl | |
| Liseli | Liseli: a unique African name meaning "happy and blessed" for girls. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Londi | Londi: Zulu name meaning "to wait," unisex, culturally significant, unique. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Londisizwe | Londisizwe means "guide of the nation" in Zulu culture. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Loyiso | Loyiso means "he who brings peace" in Xhosa, South Africa. | Amharic, Bantu, South African, Xhosa, Zulu | Boy |
