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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undinah | Undinah: Unique African name, associated with water, strength, and resilience. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Undinah | Undinah: Unique African name, associated with water, strength, and resilience. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Vusi | Vusi means "to bring joy" and symbolizes community and happiness. | African, Zulu | Unisex | |
| Vusumuzi | Vusumuzi means "bringer of family unity" in Zulu culture. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Vuyisile | Bantu, Xhosa, Zulu | |||
| Xolani | Xolani, a Zulu name, means "peace" and symbolizes calmness. | African, Zulu | Unisex | |
| Xolisile | Xolisile means "peaceful one" in Zulu; it's a unisex name. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Zakeleane | Zakeleane: Unique African name with rich cultural significance and beauty. | African, Zulu | Unisex | |
| Zakeleena | Zakeleena: Unique African name meaning "to build and shine." | African, Zulu | Girl | |
| Zandi | Zandi: Unisex African name meaning "they have multiplied," symbolizes growth. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Zandri | Zandri: Unique African name symbolizing strength, courage, and protection. | Zulu | Unisex | |
| Zanele | Zanele means "they are enough," celebrating sufficiency and contentment. | African, South African, Zulu | Girl | |
| Zinhle | Zinhle means "beautiful" in Zulu, symbolizing hope and community. | Zulu | Girl | |
| Zodwa | Zodwa means "she who brings happiness" in Zulu culture. | African, Zulu | Girl | |
| zullema | Zullema means "peaceful" and originates from Arabic and Persian cultures. | Arabic, Biblical, Islamic, Persian, Urdu, Zulu | Female | |
| zullykeih | Zullykeih: Unique name, possibly derived from Arabic, meaning "beautiful." | Zulu | Either | |
| Zulu | Zulu is a name meaning "heaven," rooted in South African culture. | South African, Zulu | Unisex | |
| Zuu | Zuu: Origin unclear; possibly derived from "zoo" or "zulu." | African, Zulu | Unisex |