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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nkosiphendule | Nkosiphendule means "the king has answered," reflecting gratitude and spirituality. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Nkosiyethu | Nkosiyethu means "our king" in Zulu, primarily used in South Africa. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Nkuleko | Nkuleko means "bringer of light" in Zulu, symbolizing positivity. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Nkunzi | Nkunzi: Zulu name meaning "leader," significant in Zulu culture. | Zulu | Boy | |
| Nobantu | Nobantu means "mother of the people," symbolizing community leadership and care. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Nobesuthu | Nobesuthu means "mother of mercy" in Zulu, symbolizing compassion. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nobuhle | Nobuhle means "mother of beauty" in Zulu, reflecting cultural aspirations. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nobukhosikhumalo | Nobukhosikhumalo: Zulu name symbolizing grace, strength, resilience, and uniqueness. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nobukhosizwe | Nobukhosizwe means "mother of the nation" in Zulu language. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nobusisiwe | Nobusisiwe: Zulu name meaning "she who is loved," uniquely feminine. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nobuzwe | Nobuzwe: Zulu name meaning "mother of the nation," female association. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nokulunga | Nokulunga means "she who is with abundance" in Zulu culture. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nokuthula | Nokuthula means "peace" in Zulu; it originates from Southern Africa. | Bantu, Zulu | Girl | |
| Nokwazi | Nokwazi is a Zulu name meaning "mother of the house." | Zulu | Girl | |
| Noluthando | Noluthando means "mother of love" in Zulu, symbolizing affection. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nolwandle | Nolwandle, a Zulu name, means "sea" and symbolizes strength. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nolwazi | Nolwazi means "knowledge" in Zulu, empowering girls through education. | African, Zulu | Girl | |
| Noma | Noma, an African name, means "happiness" or "prosperity" unisex. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Nomagugu | Nomagugu means "merciful mother" in Zulu, honoring motherhood's importance. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nomakhosi | Nomakhosi means "queen" in Zulu, symbolizing strength and leadership. | Zulu | Girl | |
| NomaLanga | NomaLanga means "sunshine" in Zulu, symbolizing warmth and joy. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nomalanga | Nomalanga means "sunshine," symbolizes warmth, and is a unisex name. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Nomalizo | Nomalizo: Zulu name meaning "mother of kindness," cherished in South Africa. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nomaqhawe | Nomaqhawe means "mother of the nation," symbolizing strength and leadership. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nomasonto | Nomasonto means "mother of wealth" in Zulu, symbolizing prosperity. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nomathalente | Nomathalente means "she who is with beauty" in Zulu. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nomathemba | Nomathemba means "hope" in Zulu, symbolizing trust and resilience. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nomathula | Nomathula: Zulu name meaning "mother of rain," symbolizes fertility, abundance. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nomazizi | Nomazizi: Zulu name meaning "mother of girls," symbolizing nurturing femininity. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Nombandla | Nombandla means "mother of the family" in Zulu culture. | Zulu | Girl |
