Tapiwa
Meaningwe have been given · Shona
Tapiwa is an African gender-neutral name meaning “we have been given”, with Shona 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 flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
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 Tapiwa
Tapiwa is a gender-neutral name of African origin meaning “we have been given”. 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 Tapiwa at school. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
Origin:African names
More African names
- Girl name: Layla · night
- Unisex name: Zuri · beautiful
- Girl name: Aisha · alive
- Unisex name: Cairo · the victorious
- Unisex name: Asa · healer
- Unisex name: Zaire · river
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Girl name: Zahra · radiant, bright
Questions about the name Tapiwa
What does the name Tapiwa mean?
Tapiwa means “we have been given” and comes from Shona. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Jonathan (“God has given”), Johnathan (“God has given”), Nathanael (“God has given”) and Johnathon (“God has given”).
What is the origin of the name Tapiwa?
Tapiwa is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Shona. Other African names to consider are Layla (“night”), Zuri (“beautiful”), Aisha (“alive”) and Cairo (“the victorious”).
Is Tapiwa a boy or girl name?
Both. Tapiwa is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
What names are similar to Tapiwa?
If you like Tapiwa, you might also like Jonathan, Johnathan, Nathanael and Johnathon.
What should I know before naming my baby Tapiwa?
Tapiwa is an African gender-neutral name meaning “we have been given”, with Shona 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 flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.