African Baby Names, Popular Names From Africa Starting With D
These are african baby names that start with the letter D. Use the alphabet bar to switch to a different starting letter, or view all african baby names.
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Recorded origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dalia | Gentle. | Female | Arabic |
| Dawit | Ethiopian Name Referring To The Biblical David, Meaning "Beloved." | Male | African |
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