ThinkabaraKamau: meaning and origin
Kamau
“Quiet warrior (Kikuyu)”
About the name Kamau
Kamau is a boy’s name from the African tradition. Its meaning is “quiet warrior (Kikuyu)”. Names from African languages such as Swahili, Yoruba, Igbo and Akan, often with a full sentence of meaning — like Amara, Kofi, Zuri and Jabari.
It has a modern feel and has become more common in the US in recent decades.
More names with a similar meaning: names that mean strength.
Tips before you choose
- Say the full name out loud with your last name, and with any middle name.
- Check the initials — and what they spell.
- Think about nicknames kids might make from it.
- Write it down: is the spelling easy for teachers and friends?
More African names
- Amari 🧒Strength, eternal · African
- Chidi 👦God exists (Igbo) · African
- Jabari 👦Brave, fearless (Swahili) · African
- Jelani 👦Mighty (Swahili) · African
- Kofi 👦Born on Friday (Akan) · African
- Kwame 👦Born on Saturday (Akan) · African
- Tunde 👦One who returns (Yoruba) · African
Sibling name ideas (African, girls)
- Abeni 👧We asked for her, and behold, we got her (Yoruba) · African
- Adaeze 👧Daughter of the king (Igbo) · African
- Ama 👧Born on Saturday (Akan) · African
- Amara 👧Grace (Igbo) · African
- Ayana 👧Beautiful flower · African
- Folami 👧Respect and honor me (Yoruba) · African
- Imani 👧Faith (Swahili) · African
- Makena 👧Happy one (Kikuyu) · African
More boy names starting with K
- Keanu 👦Cool breeze over the mountains · Hawaiian
- Kenji 👦Intelligent second son · Japanese
- Knox 👦Round hill · Scottish
- Kofi 👦Born on Friday (Akan) · African
- Kwame 👦Born on Saturday (Akan) · African
Questions and answers
What does the name Kamau mean?
Kamau is a name of African origin. It means: quiet warrior (Kikuyu).
Is Kamau a boy or girl name?
Kamau is usually given to boys.
How many syllables does Kamau have?
Kamau has 5 letters and about 2 syllables.