Africa

Pronunciation: [ AFR-uhk-ah ]

Girl Name #62,695 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Africa is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced AFR-uhk-ah.

Parents who love the name Africa often also consider Affie, Afton, Afton .

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #62,695
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Afr Afy Afrie Afriie

Similar Names

Affie Afton Afton Afred Afrika Afeni Afi Afia

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Frequently Asked Questions About Africa

Is Africa a boy or girl name?

Africa is primarily used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Africa?

Africa is pronounced AFR-uhk-ah.

How popular is the name Africa?

Africa is currently ranked #62695 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Africa?

Common nicknames for Africa include Afr, Afy, Afrie, and Afriie.

Is Africa a common or rare name?

Africa is an uncommon name, ranked #62695 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Africa

Africa is a girl name .

Africa is currently ranked #62,695 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Africa include Afr, Afy, Afrie, and Afriie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.