Sipho
Meaninggift · Zulu
Sipho is an African boy name meaning “gift”, with Zulu 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.
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 Sipho
Sipho is a boy name of African origin meaning “gift”. 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 Sipho 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 Sipho
What does the name Sipho mean?
Sipho means “gift” and comes from Zulu. Names built around “gift” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Theodore (“gift of God”), Mateo (“gift of God”), Matthew (“gift of God”) and Theo (“gift of God”).
What is the origin of the name Sipho?
Sipho is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Zulu. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Sipho a boy or girl name?
Sipho is a boy name.
What names are similar to Sipho?
If you like Sipho, you might also like Theodore, Mateo, Matthew and Theo.
What should I know before naming my baby Sipho?
Sipho is an African boy name meaning “gift”, with Zulu 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.