Traditional South African Names

They are present; signifying presence and belonging.

Beautiful ones

They are increasing, signifies growth and prosperity.

It is enough; sufficient

Be grateful, thankful

Ease, simplicity, gentleness

Blessed

Praise

A gift from God

To be happy, bringing joy and happiness

Success, achievement

Consolation, comfort

Light, brightness

Home

It is enough; it is sufficient.

Thanks, gratitude

Love

Joy, happiness

The awaited one; patient one

Softness, tenderness, delicate

Be good, righteous

It is good, well, right; signifying goodness and appropriateness.

Patience, endurance, perseverance

Strength, power, might

Blessings

Education, learning, foundation

He who survives, conqueror

Gift

Success, achievement

To draw out, or drawn from water

Home, kraal, homestead; sense of belonging and community.

Star

Sweet, pleasant, or delightful

A gift or present, often implying a blessing or something precious.

Joy, happiness

Glory, splendor, or dignity

Lord, chief, king

She who grows, expands, or multiplies.

Mother of knowledge, intelligent one

Mother of grace, merciful

One who tries, strives, or makes an effort.

One who is lucky or fortunate

Mother of a gift

Joy, happiness

Flower

Enduring, patient

Has rested, has gained strength; often for a last child.

We have been given