Bokang
Meaninggive praise · Sotho
Bokang is an African gender-neutral name meaning “give praise”, with Sotho 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 crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
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- Word funBokang doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Bokang would score 13 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
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 Bokang
Bokang is a gender-neutral name of African origin meaning “give praise”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Bokang at school. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
Origin:African names
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Questions about the name Bokang
What does the name Bokang mean?
Bokang means “give praise” and comes from Sotho. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Psalm (“song of praise”), Praise (“praise”), Hila (“praise”) and Afreen (“praise, admiration”).
What is the origin of the name Bokang?
Bokang is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sotho. Other African names to consider are Layla (“night”), Zuri (“beautiful”), Aisha (“alive”) and Cairo (“the victorious”).
Is Bokang a boy or girl name?
Both. Bokang is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
What names are similar to Bokang?
If you like Bokang, you might also like Psalm, Praise, Hila and Afreen.
What should I know before naming my baby Bokang?
Bokang is an African gender-neutral name meaning “give praise”, with Sotho 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 crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.