35 Setswana baby names with meanings
Every name below is drawn from the Setswana name set this generator uses, with the meaning recorded for it. Use the generator above for combinations and variations; use this list when you want the whole set in one place, for example to read through before choosing.
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Boitumelo | joy |
| Dipuo | words/promises |
| Gomolemo | he is satisfied |
| Kabelo | portion/share |
| Karabo | answer |
| Katlego | success |
| Keabetswe | I have been given |
| Kedibone | beautiful one |
| Lebogang | be thankful |
| Lerato | love |
| Lesedi | light |
| Lesego | blessing |
| Malebogo | thanks |
| Matshidiso | comfort |
| Mmabatho | mother of the people |
| Mpho | gift |
| Naledi | star |
| Neo | gift |
| Nthabiseng | make me happy |
| Ofentse | he has given |
| Olebogeng | thank him |
| Omphile | he has given |
| Palesa | flower |
| Refilwe | we have been given |
| Rethabile | we are happy |
| Segolame | I am blessed |
| Tebogo | thanks/gratitude |
| Thabo | joy |
| Thato | will |
| Tshegofatso | blessing |
| Tshepo | hope |
| Tshiamo | goodness |
| Tumelo | faith |
| Bakang | praise |
| Dineo | gifts |
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Frequently asked questions
How many Setswana baby names are on this page?
35 names, each with the meaning recorded for it. The generator above draws from the same set and adds combinations.
What does the name Boitumelo mean?
Boitumelo means "joy".
Are these names used in South Africa today?
Yes. They are Setswana names in current use, not invented combinations, and the meanings are the ones recorded for them in the source set.