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Hamisi

Boy name · African

Meaningborn on Thursday · Swahili

Hamisi is an African boy name meaning “born on Thursday”, with Swahili roots. Swahili names are often chosen for a quality or a blessing parents wish for their child. 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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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 Hamisi

Hamisi is a boy name of African origin meaning “born on Thursday”. 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 Hamisi at school.

Origin:African names

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Questions about the name Hamisi

What does the name Hamisi mean?

Hamisi means “born on Thursday” and comes from Swahili. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Yaw (“born on thursday”), Ekow (“born on Thursday”), Kwaw (“born on Thursday”) and Yawo (“born on Thursday”).

What is the origin of the name Hamisi?

Hamisi is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Swahili. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).

Is Hamisi a boy or girl name?

Hamisi is a boy name.

What names are similar to Hamisi?

If you like Hamisi, you might also like Yaw, Ekow, Kwaw and Yawo.

What should I know before naming my baby Hamisi?

Hamisi is an African boy name meaning “born on Thursday”, with Swahili roots. Swahili names are often chosen for a quality or a blessing parents wish for their child. 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.