The Christening

Sifiso

Sifiso (pronounced si-FI-so) is a boy name of Zulu origin, used in South Africa. It means “Wish, vow.”

Origin
Zulu
Region
South Africa
Gender
Boy
Espoir & avenir

More Zulu names

More names that mean “Espoir & avenir”

  • Afriyie — Born at a favourable time; a child of good omen
  • Ayaan — Good luck, a good omen
  • Bahati — Luck, fortune
  • Chioma — Good God, good destiny
  • Ekundayo — Tears turn into joy
  • Elikya — Hope
  • Faniry — Desired, longed for
  • Hiwot — Life
  • Idir — He will live — a name given to call life upon the child
  • Imani — Faith, trust

“Sifiso” comes from Zulu culture (South Africa). Every African country has its own tale in 54 Tales of Africa, our illustrated collection.

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