Thokozani
Meaningbe thankful · Chichewa
Thokozani is an African gender-neutral name meaning “be thankful”, with Chichewa 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 a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Thokozani would score 25 points, thanks largely to the Z (worth 10). A high-scoring 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 Thokozani
Thokozani is a gender-neutral name of African origin meaning “be thankful”. With 4 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Thokozani 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
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Questions about the name Thokozani
What does the name Thokozani mean?
Thokozani means “be thankful” and comes from Chichewa. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Shakir (“thankful”), Hamed (“thankful, praising”), Shakira (“thankful”) and Bongani (“be thankful”).
What is the origin of the name Thokozani?
Thokozani is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Chichewa. Other African names to consider are Layla (“night”), Zuri (“beautiful”), Aisha (“alive”) and Cairo (“the victorious”).
Is Thokozani a boy or girl name?
Both. Thokozani 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 Thokozani?
If you like Thokozani, you might also like Shakir, Hamed, Shakira and Bongani.
What should I know before naming my baby Thokozani?
Thokozani is an African gender-neutral name meaning “be thankful”, with Chichewa 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 a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, 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.