Wondimu
Meaninghis brother · Amharic
Wondimu is an African boy name meaning “his brother”, with Amharic 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.
Did you know?
- Word funWondimu doesn't repeat a single letter: 7 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Wondimu 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 Wondimu
Wondimu is a boy name of African origin meaning “his brother”. 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 Wondimu 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 Wondimu
What does the name Wondimu mean?
Wondimu means “his brother” and comes from Amharic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Jermaine (“brother”), German (“brother”), Hiram (“exalted brother”) and Germaine (“brother”).
What is the origin of the name Wondimu?
Wondimu is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Amharic. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Wondimu a boy or girl name?
Wondimu is a boy name.
What names are similar to Wondimu?
If you like Wondimu, you might also like Jermaine, German, Hiram and Germaine.
What should I know before naming my baby Wondimu?
Wondimu is an African boy name meaning “his brother”, with Amharic 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.