Mbwana
Meaningmaster · Swahili
Mbwana is an African boy name meaning “master”, 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 soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Hidden namesLook closely: Mbwana has the name Ana hiding inside it.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Mbwana would score 13 points, thanks largely to the W (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 Mbwana
Mbwana is a boy name of African origin meaning “master”. 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 Mbwana 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
- Boy name: Ermias · form of Jeremiah
- Boy name: Jabari · brave, fearless
- Boy name: Paulo · small
- Unisex name: Amani · peace
Questions about the name Mbwana
What does the name Mbwana mean?
Mbwana means “master” and comes from Swahili. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Serigne (“religious master”), Kyros (“lord, master”) and Prabhu (“lord, master”).
What is the origin of the name Mbwana?
Mbwana 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 Mbwana a boy or girl name?
Mbwana is a boy name.
What names are similar to Mbwana?
If you like Mbwana, you might also like Serigne, Kyros and Prabhu.
What should I know before naming my baby Mbwana?
Mbwana is an African boy name meaning “master”, 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 soft and friendly, 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.