Emily Walker
Africa is a continent that provides uniqueness due to their various cultures, traditions and languages. That’s why Africa is a place full of inspiration when it comes to names.
Swahili is one of the African languages that is mostly spoken in east and southern Africa. It is influenced by other languages and dialects that make it unique and popular.
If you are looking for a cat name, Swahili names would be a good idea and will make your cat name different from anyone in your neighborhood. So here is the list of our Swahili cat names for your inspiration.
Swahili Male Cat Names
| Swahili Male Cat Names | Meanings |
| Bakari | A noble promise |
| Kwanza | First |
| Omari | God the greatest |
| Yazid |
Becoming greater
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| Hodari |
Strong or powerful
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| Msia | Wise man |
| Mwenye | Owner, lord |
| Mune | The rules |
| Taji | A crown |
| Jamal |
Handsome or beautiful
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| Jelani | Strong |
| Hami |
Defender, protector
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| Jafari | Creek |
| Tamu |
Sweet & delightful
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| Jabori |
One who brings relief
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| Chane |
Signifies reliability
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| Hami |
A protector or defender
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| Shani |
Marvellous or wonderful
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| Neema |
Born during prosperous times
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| Kibwe | Blessed |
| Jabari | The brave one |
| Amaziah |
The one who has the strength of God
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| Akida |
Power and leadership
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| Jabali |
A man who is strong as a rock
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| Mosi | First child |
| Jengo | Building |
| Kamili | Perfect |
| Jamba | A hero |
| Tabia |
One of good character
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| Chacha | Strength |
| Kijana | Youth |
| Hassian | Handsome |
| Safiri | A journey |
| Amani |
Wishes or desires
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| Jata | Celestial star |
| Musa |
Saved from the water
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| Asante |
Gratitude or thanks or thank you
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| Ayubu |
Patience and perseverance
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| Azizi |
Fortune, excellence or precious
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| Issa |
The Lord is my salvation
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| Zuberi |
Denotes a strong personality
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| Rashid | Rightly guided |
| Faraji | Consolation |
| Athumani | Third One |
| Imamu | Leader |
Swahili Female Cat Names
| Swahili Female Cat Names | Meanings |
| Ujana | Youth |
| Aza | Strong |
| Jina |
A baby with a name
|
| Nbushe | The godly one |
| Sauda |
Dark and beautiful
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| Hediye | Gift |
| Johari |
Something of value, jewel, or something precious which is adored
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| Amne | Safe, secure |
| Lakicia |
She who is a favorite among people
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| Kanika | Black cloth |
| Mwasaa | Timely |
| Kichaka |
The one who blushes
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| Juma | Born on Friday |
| Kalere | A short woman |
| Imara |
Strong one or resolute
|
| Kaluwa | Forgotten one |
| Furaha | Joy, happiness |
| Mzuzi | Inventive |
| Chausiku | Born at night |
| Jama | Friend |
| Tishala |
One who has a strong will powe
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| Tish |
A strong will or will power
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| Onyesha | Clear or sight |
| Nigesa |
Born during harvest season
|
| Zuri | Beautiful |
| Nea |
Radiant, shimmering, glossy, glistening
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| Nadira | Rare |
| Tabia |
Polite and talented
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| Inithia |
Leads in song and dance
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| Subira | Patience |
| Sikudhani |
A pleasant surprise
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| Penda | Loved |
| Kamara | Moonlight |
| Tambika |
Religious offering
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| Pacca | Lovely person |
| Zalika |
One who is well born
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| Najuma | Abounding in joy |
| Marjani | Coral |
| Nuru | Light |
| Mchumba | Sweetheart |
| Mwinyi |
One who summons
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| Mwanahamisi |
Born on Thursday
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| Julisha |
The advisor or gives advice
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| Itanya | Hope |
Swahili Unisex And Gender Neutral Cat Names
| Swahili Unisex Cat Names | Meanings |
| Imarisha |
Establish and stabilize
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| Jamba | A hero |
| Reth |
The king, the ruler
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| Chiku |
The one who is talking a lot
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| Jaali | Patience |
| Sefu | Sword |
| Mwamini | Honest |
| Asani | Rebellious |
| Adia | A gift from God |
| Auni | Help, assist |
| Salehe | Good |
| Issa |
The Lord is my salvation
|
| Akil | Learned or wise |
| Sultan | Ruler |
| Sanaa | Artwork |
| Imani | Belief or trust |
| Ali | Noble |
| Oyana |
Uplift and inspire
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| Jiona |
To glow with pride
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| Otesha |
Cultivate the earth
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| Asha | Life |
| Kakena | The happy one |
| Nia | Purpose |
| Elewisa |
An intelligent and mindful
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| Jaleel | Noble or grand |
| Daudi | Beloved |
| Mwanaidi |
Born during Idd festival
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| Jaha | Dignity |
| Tendaji |
Makes things happen
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| Kanene |
An important thing
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| Kamaria | Like the moon |
| Kamari | Moonlight |
| Simba |
Lion or a strong person
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| Jahaira | Dignified |
| Jamani | Friend |
| Mwatabu |
Born during sorrow
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| Shomari | Forceful |
| Abedi | Worshipper |
| Muraty | Friend |
| Inira | To sing |
| Djimon | Powerful person |
| Muraty | Friend |
If you want a unique name for your cute kitten, we suggest picking a name inspired by the cultures, traditions and languages around the world. And you can find those name ideas on our foreign cat names.
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