Berhanu
Meaninghis light · Amharic
Berhanu is an African boy name meaning “his light”, with Amharic roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Word funBerhanu doesn't repeat a single letter: 7 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Berhanu would score 12 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Berhanu
Berhanu is a boy name of African origin meaning “his light”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Berhanu at school.
Origin:African names
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- Unisex name: Cairo · the victorious
- Unisex name: Asa · healer
- Unisex name: Zaire · river
- Boy name: Omari · long-lived
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- Boy name: Jabari · brave, fearless
- Boy name: Paulo · small
- Unisex name: Amani · peace
Questions about the name Berhanu
What does the name Berhanu mean?
Berhanu means “his light” and comes from Amharic. Names built around “light” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Luciano (“light”), Uriel (“God is my light”), Lucian (“light”) and Akari (“light, brightness”).
What is the origin of the name Berhanu?
Berhanu is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Amharic. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Berhanu a boy or girl name?
Berhanu is a boy name.
What names are similar to Berhanu?
If you like Berhanu, you might also like Luciano, Uriel, Lucian and Akari.
What should I know before naming my baby Berhanu?
Berhanu is an African boy name meaning “his light”, with Amharic roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.