The Christening

Andile

Andile (pronounced an-DI-lé) is a boy name of Zulu / Xhosa origin, used in South Africa. It means “The family has grown.”

Origin: Zulu / Xhosa
Region: South Africa
Gender: Boy

Famille & lignée

More Zulu / Xhosa names

Ayanda — They increase — the family is growing
Sandile — We have multiplied — the family has grown
Sipho — Gift, present
Sizwe — Nation, people
Thandiwe — Beloved, the one who is cherished
Themba — Hope, trust

More names that mean “Famille & lignée”

Adaeze — The king’s daughter, princess
Adekunle — The crown fills the house
Andry — Pillar
Ayanda — They increase — the family is growing
Ayodele — Joy enters the house
Bondeko — Brotherhood
Delu — The first girl born after several boys
Dossou — A boy born after twins
Enitan — The one who carries a story
Fanta — A very common Mande girl’s name; its etymology is disputed

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

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