Goitom
Meaningtheir lord · Tigrinya
Goitom is an African boy name meaning “their lord”, with Tigrinya 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.
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 Goitom
Goitom is a boy name of African origin meaning “their lord”. 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 Goitom at school.
Origin:African names
More African boy names
- 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 Goitom
What does the name Goitom mean?
Goitom means “their lord” and comes from Tigrinya. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Getachew (“their lord”), Habtom (“their wealth”) and Kiflom (“their share”).
What is the origin of the name Goitom?
Goitom is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Tigrinya. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Goitom a boy or girl name?
Goitom is a boy name.
What names are similar to Goitom?
If you like Goitom, you might also like Getachew, Habtom and Kiflom.
What should I know before naming my baby Goitom?
Goitom is an African boy name meaning “their lord”, with Tigrinya 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. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.