Teboho
Meaninggratitude · Sotho
Teboho is an African boy name meaning “gratitude”, with Sotho 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.
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 Teboho
Teboho is a boy name of African origin meaning “gratitude”. 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 Teboho 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
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- Boy name: Jabari · brave, fearless
- Boy name: Paulo · small
- Unisex name: Amani · peace
Questions about the name Teboho
What does the name Teboho mean?
Teboho means “gratitude” and comes from Sotho. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Irfan (“knowledge, gratitude”), Shukri (“gratitude”) and Tebogo (“gratitude”).
What is the origin of the name Teboho?
Teboho is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sotho. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Teboho a boy or girl name?
Teboho is a boy name.
What names are similar to Teboho?
If you like Teboho, you might also like Irfan, Shukri and Tebogo.
What should I know before naming my baby Teboho?
Teboho is an African boy name meaning “gratitude”, with Sotho 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. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.