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  • Jashawn

    Unique combination of “Ja” and “Shawn”

  • Kincade

    No meaning available

  • Spencer

    “Steward” (English origin)

  • Boice

    Word name—form of Boyce—English, Irish, and Scottish forms of bois: Wood, dweller by the wood (Old French); surname or family name given for a first or middle name.

  • Haddon

    English origin, meaning “heather-covered hill”

  • Jabriel

    Combination of “Ja” and “Gabriel”

  • Wade

    The advancer (Old English).

  • Jaquon

    Combination of “Ja” and “Quan”

  • Othal

    Form of Otha: Prosperous (German).

  • Jaelen

    Created name from African-American culture, a form of Jalal: Greatness (jah-LAL—Arabic, North Africa).

  • Zohn

    No meaning available

  • Hayward

    Keeper of the enclosed hedge (Old English).

  • Venture

    Dangerous undertaking.

  • Bristol

    Rich, noble, powerful (English).

  • Shamon

    Unique African American name

  • Jethro

    Pre-eminence (Hebrew; Old Testament—father-in-law of Moses).

  • Dakwan

    Blend of “Da” and “Kwan”

  • Pharrell

    “Hero” (English origin, popularized by musician Pharrell Williams)

  • Cormac

    “Son of defilement” (Irish origin)

  • Jerquis

    No meaning available

  • Alexander

    Helper and defender of humankind (Greek).

  • Brodrick

    English origin, meaning “famous ruler”

  • Rasul

    Prophet; messenger (Arabic, North Africa; Swahili, East Africa).

  • Norvell

    From the north estate (Old Anglo-French).

  • Cyril

    Lordly one (Greek).

  • Eric

    Form of Erik: Ever powerful; ever ruler (Old Norse).

  • Keylon

    No meaning available

  • Clayborne

    Boundary marked by clovers; brook near a clay bed (French; German; Old English).

  • Eleo

    Form of Eli: High (Hebrew).

  • Lezario

    Unique blend inspired by “Lazaro”

  • Caryl

    Form of Carl: Freeman, peasant, man (English).

  • Chris

    Form of Christian: Follower of Christ, a Christian (Ecclesiastic Greek; Late Latin).

  • Kadaris

    No meaning available

  • Wakee

    No meaning available

  • Tyus

    Created name from African-American culture.

  • Penny

    Copper color (African-American).

  • Michael

    Who is like God? (Hebrew).

  • Amiri

    Commander, leader, ruler; prince (ah-MEER-ee—Swahili, East Africa).

  • Tre’Von

    A stylized form of “Trevon”

  • Augie

    Form of Augustine or Augustus: Exalted one, imperial, revered (Latin).

  • Jamarion

    “Handsome, peaceful” (modern African American origin)

  • Hall

    Dweller at the hall or manor house (Old English).

  • Kamron

    Variation of “Cameron” with “K”

  • William

    “Resolute protector” (German origin)

  • Lester

    “From Leicester” (English origin)

  • Dijon

    “Faithful, dedicated” (French origin)

  • Rod

    Form of Roderick (famous ruler; rich in fame—Old German) or Rodney (famous one’s island—Old English).

  • Tywanza

    Meaning and origin unknown.

  • Jose

    Spanish form of Joseph: God will add or increase (Hebrew).

  • Ebenr

    Form of Ebenezer: Stone of help (Hebrew: Old Testament).

  • Wyatt

    Little warrior (Old French).

  • Jupiter

    Supreme deity in Roman mythology; fifth planet from the sun (Latin).

  • Dassan

    Form of Darshan: Vision; to see, to perceive (Hindi, India; from the Sanskrit).

  • Harrison

    Son of Harry: Ruler of the home (Old English); surname or family name given for a first or middle name.

  • Brett

    “A Breton” (French origin)

  • Allen

    English form of Alan: Handsome, cheerful, harmonious one (Irish Gaelic).

  • Lee

    From the pasture meadow (Old English).

  • Zishan

    No meaning available

  • Rajesh

    The king is ruler; king of kings (RAH-jesh—Sanskrit).

  • Langston

    Tall man’s estate or town (Old English).

  • Enloe

    Created name from African-American culture, a form of Enslow: A place name in Oxfordshire, England; surname or family name given for a first or middle name.

  • Ragan

    Form of Regin: Judgment (reeg-un—Old Norse).

  • Abe

    Form of Abram: Exalted father (Hebrew; Old Testament—Abraham’s name before God changed it). Name found among enslaved men in the South during the mid-nineteenth century.

  • DeShawn

    Created name from African-American culture, a form of Shawn or Sean, a form of John: God is gracious (Hebrew; New Testament).

  • Brackston

    No meaning available

  • Vern

    Form of Vernon: Youthful, springlike, born in the spring (Latin).

  • Kete

    Form of Keto: Depth (Swahili, East Africa).

  • Reilly

    No meaning available

  • Cleavon

    Of the cliff (African-American; English).

  • Enzi

    “Powerful” (Swahili origin)

  • Cloves

    Form of Clovis, a form of Louis: Great fighter; famous warrior (French; Old German; Teutonic).

  • Molineaux

    Dweller by the mill (French); surname or family name given for a first or middle name.

  • Mason

    Stoneworker (Middle English; Old French); surname or family name given for a first or middle name.

  • Jahmiah

    No meaning available

  • Ossie

    Form of Oswald: Divinely powerful (German, borrowed from the English).

  • Lonzy

    Form of Alonzo, a Spanish form of Alphonso: Noble, ready for battle (German).

  • Jurdel

    No meaning available

  • Foster

    “Forest worker” (English origin)

  • Quedell

    No meaning available

  • Wendell

    Wanderer (Old German).

  • Basim

    No meaning available

  • Ruffin

    Form of Rufus: Red-haired or ruddy-complexioned one (Latin); surname or family name given for a first or middle name.

  • Tyrelle

    Variation of “Tyrell,” a modern African American name

  • Quadell

    No meaning available

  • Malcolm

    Disciple of St. Columba (Scottish Gaelic).

  • Sincere

    Virtue name, modern African American origin

  • Mervyn

    Famous friend (Old English).

  • Maurice

    Moorish; dark-complexioned one (Late Latin). Rooted in the legendary Christian soldier from the island of Mauritius off the east coast of Africa, who served as captain of the Roman army’s Theban Legion; the patron saint of armies.

  • Norwood

    From the north forest (Old English).

  • Diontray

    No meaning available

  • Princeton

    Inspired by the university name

  • Milt

    Form of Milton: Dweller at the mill town (Old English; Scottish); surname or family name given for a first or middle name.

  • Blaine

    Thin (Irish; Scottish); surname or family name given for a first or middle name.

  • Jeryl

    Form of Jerrold, a form of Gerald: Rules by the spear (German).

  • Terrell

    Ruler of thunder (Old English); rooted in Thor, the mythological Norse god of thunder (Old Norse).

  • Ranson

    Shield, rim, edge (Middle English); surname or family name given for a first or middle name.

  • Carleton

    From the farm or homestead of Carl (English).

  • Ricardo

    “Strong ruler” (variation of Richard)

  • Clem

    Form of Clement: Mild, gentle, merciful (Latin).

  • Shawnee

    No meaning available

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1

Do you include both traditional and modern African American names?

Yes! Our collection spans from traditional names with deep historical roots to contemporary names that reflect modern African American culture. We celebrate both the heritage and the evolution of naming traditions.

2

Are names categorized by different cultural influences?

Yes, we organize names by various influences including nature-inspired names, historical figures, Spanish cultural fusion, Muslim spiritual values, and African heritage. This helps you find names that match your family's specific cultural connections.

3

How do you ensure cultural sensitivity and authenticity?

We work closely with African American cultural experts, historians, and community leaders to ensure every name is presented with proper context and respect. Our goal is to honor and celebrate the rich heritage behind each name.

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