"beautiful, good"
Origin: Swahili
Language: Swahili
Mazuri
Girl Name
#6,012 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
Swahili for beautiful — a joyful East African gem
East African
Swahili
Kenyan
Tanzanian
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Earthy
Modern
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Meaning & Origin
"fine, well"
Origin: Bantu
Language: Swahili
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The Story of Mazuri
Mazuri derives from the Swahili word mzuri, meaning beautiful, good, or fine. Swahili, a Bantu language spoken by over 200 million people across East Africa, has gifted the world many joyful names. Mazuri expands the popular name Zuri into a three-syllable form with fuller resonance and a more complete feel as a given name.
As Swahili-inspired names like Zuri, Imani, and Amara gained popularity in Western countries, Mazuri began appearing as a longer, more distinctive alternative to the now-common Zuri. It appeals to parents who love African names with positive, accessible meanings.
In Swahili-speaking regions of East Africa — Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda — mazuri is a common response to the greeting habari (news/how are you?), meaning things are good or beautiful. This everyday joyfulness embedded in the name makes it a natural choice for parents hoping to give their daughter an uplifting identity.
Fun Facts
- Mazuri is used as a greeting response in Swahili-speaking East Africa, meaning things are beautiful or good
- Mazuri is the extended form of Zuri, one of the most popular African names in the US
Mazuri in Other Languages
Arabic
مازوري
French
Mazuri
Spanish
Mazuri
Swahili
Mazuri
Japanese
マズリ
Popularity Over Time
#6,012
Current Rank
Rising
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New Entry
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #6,012
- Total SSA Count
- 20
- Cultural Origins
- East African Swahili Kenyan Tanzanian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Zuri
Maz
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mazuri
What does the name Mazuri mean?
"beautiful, good" (from Swahili). "fine, well" (from Bantu). Mazuri derives from the Swahili word mzuri, meaning beautiful, good, or fine. Swahili, a Bantu language spoken by over 200 million people across East Africa, has gifted the world many joyful names. Mazuri expands the popular name Zuri into a three-syllable form with fuller resonance and a more complete feel as a given name.
What is the origin of the name Mazuri?
Mazuri has Swahili, Bantu, East African, Kenyan, and Tanzanian origins. In Swahili, it means "beautiful, good". In Bantu, it means "fine, well".
Is Mazuri a boy or girl name?
Mazuri is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Mazuri?
Mazuri is currently ranked #6012 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mazuri?
Common nicknames for Mazuri include Zuri and Maz.
What are good middle names for Mazuri?
Popular middle name pairings include Mazuri Grace, Mazuri Joy, Mazuri Faith, Mazuri Amara, Mazuri Hope, Mazuri Zoe, and Mazuri Nia.
What are good sibling names for Mazuri?
Names that pair well with Mazuri as siblings include Zuri, Amara, Imani, Kofi, Jabari, Nia, and Zahara.
How many syllables does Mazuri have?
Mazuri has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Mazuri a common or rare name?
Mazuri is an uncommon name, ranked #6012 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Mazuri
Mazuri is a girl name with East African, Swahili, Kenyan, and Tanzanian origins . The name means "beautiful, good" in Swahili .
Mazuri is currently ranked #6,012 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Mazuri has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Mazuri include Zuri and Maz. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.