Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..
SAKARIYE
MaleAfrican name from the Fulani people meaning "One Heart", symbolizing unity and harmony.
SAKAYE
FemaleSakaye, a rare yet powerful Japanese girls' name, originates from Shinto mythology, symbolizing "sharp shell," combining swiftness and resilience.
SAKAYLA
FemaleUnique and beautiful African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "she will be wealthy" and symbolizing strength, resilience, and prosperity.
SAKEEF
MaleUnusual name of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'saki', meaning 'vase' or 'container'. It is believed to have been popularized by Muslim communities in Africa and Asia, and while its exact history is not well-documented, it may be associated with qualities such as patience and perseverance. Despite its roots, Sakeef has gained popularity beyond Muslim communities as a unique and meaningful given name.
SAKEENA
FemaleArabic name meaning 'tranquility' or 'peace', deriving from the word 'sakiina'. It appears in the Quran (Surah 59:23) and has been borne by notable figures such as Sakeena Yacoobi, a women's rights activist in Afghanistan, and Sakeena Aliyu, a Nigerian politician.
SAKEENAH
FemaleBeautiful African-origin name derived from Swahili 'sakeeni', meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful'. It signifies inner peace in Islamic tradition.
SAKEITHIA
FemaleAfrican name from Ghana's Ashanti people, meaning "she who is wise and understanding.
SAKENA
FemaleCaptivating Persian female name that means 'tranquility' or 'peace', also associated with Islamic spirituality.
SAKET
MaleUnique male given name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "pure" or "spotless". It holds significant historical and cultural importance in India, associated with the birthplaces of Lord Rama and Moggallāna, and is still popular among Indian parents today.
SAKETH
MaleIndian male given name derived from the Sanskrit word 'Saketa', meaning "prosperous" or "flourishing". It is also known as the birthplace of the revered Hindu deity Rama.
SAKETHA
FemaleRare and lovely Sanskrit-derived name from the Mahabharata, meaning "one who has conquered their senses," associated with wisdom and self-control.
SAKEYA
FemaleCaptivating Yoruba name from Nigeria and Benin, meaning "God hears," conveying hope that prayers will be answered.
SAKHANI
MaleUncommon Indian boy's name derived from Sanskrit "Sakha," meaning "friend." It honors Lord Krishna's friendship with Sudama.
SAKHARI
MaleUncommon Indian boy's name derived from the Sanskrit "Sahasrakar," meaning "thousand-maker" or "one who has done a thousand good deeds.
SAKHI
MaleIndian name of Sanskrit origin, derived from "Sakhya," meaning friendship or companionship, reflecting deep and loyal relationships.
SAKHI
FemaleCaptivating Indian name from Punjab, meaning 'friend' in Punjabi, symbolizing deep bonds.
SAKHIA
FemaleSakhia, of Indian origin, means 'one who has thousands of eyes', referencing the all-seeing Hindu goddess Durga.
SAKI
FemaleJapanese given name derived from "sake," meaning "happiness" or "well-being." Traditionally unisex in Japan, it gained popularity as a female name globally due to its association with abundance and prosperity in ancient mythology and its use by British author Hector Hugh Munro (pen name Saki).
SAKI
MaleUnisex Japanese given name meaning 'pure' or 'blossom', traditionally associated with nature and divine beings in Shinto religion.
SAKIA
FemaleExotic African name of Senegalese origin, derived from the Wolof language, potentially meaning 'radiant'.
SAKIAH
FemaleArabic name meaning "tranquility" or "peace," derived from the word "sakina.
SAKIB
MaleArabic-origin name meaning 'companion' or 'friend', derived from the root word 'saki'. It honors the steadfast companion of Prophet Muhammad, Abu Bakr al-Siddiq, and is popular among Muslims and South Asian communities.
SAKIKO
FemaleTraditional Japanese female name meaning "the first child," composed of "saki" (beginning) and "ko" (child). It signifies new beginnings, hope, and good fortune.
SAKILE
FemaleAfrican-origin name, specifically Yoruba, meaning 'the one who brings joy'.
SAKIMA
FemaleRare yet impactful name of Mohawk origin meaning "to thunder," signifying power and strength.
SAKIMA
MaleUnique name of Native American origin, translating to "heaven" or "the heavens," reflecting ancient Lenape beliefs about their ancestors residing in the sky.
SAKINA
FemaleArabic origin name derived from "sakinah," meaning tranquility or peace. It's one of the 99 names of Allah in Islam.
SAKINAH
FemaleArabic unisex name derived from 'sakina', meaning 'peace' or 'tranquility'. It's associated with inner peace and spirituality, popularized by Prophet Muhammad's wife Aisha.
SAKIRA
FemaleCaptivating African name derived from 'Saki', meaning 'wise' or 'intelligent'.
SAKISHA
FemaleCaptivating Swahili name meaning 'one who brings happiness'.
SAKITA
FemaleAkan Ghanaian name meaning 'Born on a Tuesday and remembered.'
SAKIYA
FemaleDistinctive Japanese name derived from "sakiya," meaning "sake shop." It reflects the significance of sake in Japanese culture and was often associated with women running these shops during feudal times. Today, it serves as a meaningful connection to Japanese heritage and history.
SAKIYAH
FemaleAfrican-origin name derived from Arabic "sayyidah," meaning "lady" or "queen." It's historically associated with powerful women in African societies and royalty in Islam. Today, it's widely recognized as a name of African-American origin.
SAKONI
MaleRare African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'to seek' or 'search', symbolizing curiosity and exploration. It's one of the 16 main orishas in Yoruba mythology, further enriching its cultural significance.
SAKORA
FemaleUnique African name from the Yoruba culture that translates to "sewing or stitching together," symbolizing good fortune and divine origin.
SAKORI
MaleDistinctive name of Yoruba origin, meaning "God's riches" or "Abundance of God.
SAKOYA
FemaleUnique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'strength, courage, and wisdom', reflecting the attributes of the legendary spirit it honors.
SAKSHAM
MaleIndian male given name derived from 'Saksama', meaning 'equal' or 'similar'. It signifies balance, harmony, and fairness, and is associated with the Hindu god Vishnu.
SAKSHI
FemaleUnique feminine given name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "Saakshin," meaning "witness" or "present." It holds significant spiritual and philosophical meanings in Hinduism and has gained global popularity despite remaining uncommon outside India.
SAKTHI
FemaleSanskrit-derived name meaning "power" or "energy," originating from ancient India as a title for powerful women before becoming a popular given name worldwide.