Lwazi
Meaningknowledge · Xhosa
Lwazi is an African boy name meaning “knowledge”, with Xhosa 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 soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Lwazi would score 17 points, thanks largely to the Z (worth 10).
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 Lwazi
Lwazi is a boy name of African origin meaning “knowledge”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Lwazi at school.
Origin:African names
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Questions about the name Lwazi
What does the name Lwazi mean?
Lwazi means “knowledge” and comes from Xhosa. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Veda (“knowledge”), Ved (“knowledge”), Irfan (“knowledge, gratitude”) and Gyan (“knowledge”).
What is the origin of the name Lwazi?
Lwazi is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Xhosa. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Lwazi a boy or girl name?
Lwazi is a boy name.
What names are similar to Lwazi?
If you like Lwazi, you might also like Veda, Ved, Irfan and Gyan.
What should I know before naming my baby Lwazi?
Lwazi is an African boy name meaning “knowledge”, with Xhosa 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 soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, 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.