Southern African Sotho Names for Babies

Southern African Sotho Names for Babies
Author: Dimakatso Maleka-Karas
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2013-01-09
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1291281797

This is the first ever book on African Sotho names with comprehensive listings by male, female, unisex and other categories including the original Sotho meaning of the names.

The Bantu-Speaking Peoples of Southern Africa

The Bantu-Speaking Peoples of Southern Africa
Author: W. D. Hammond-Tooke
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 616
Release: 2024-02-29
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 100385494X

First published in 1974, The Bantu-Speaking Peoples of Southern Africa is a revised and rewritten version of I. Schapera’s ethnographical survey of the Bantu-speaking tribes of South Africa. New South African contributors place on record all the known facts of the physical characteristics and traditional cultures of these peoples, as well as documenting the important social, cultural and economic changes that have occurred since the coming of the white man. This book will be of interest to students of anthropology, sociology, African studies, and history.

African Best Baby Names

African Best Baby Names
Author: Emmanuel Anene
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 111
Release: 2011-02-25
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1456732013

The book is an enlightenment and educational. It brings all the cultures and languages of the continent of Africa under on common roof and draws most popular and meaningful African names. It is written in a way to aid African parents and parents to be a fine resource in the selection of their baby name(s). It is the hope of the author that this book will serve the intended purpose.

Inspired Baby Names from Around the World

Inspired Baby Names from Around the World
Author: Neala Shane
Publisher: New World Library
Total Pages: 714
Release: 2015-04-06
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1608683214

Thousands of Names and the Blessings They Can Impart This unique guide includes 6,000-plus names from all corners of the globe, and each entry illuminates the name’s distinctive spiritual, historical, and cultural background — its poetry. Names, from the traditional to the newly coined, are fully explained. Pronunciation guide, origin, alternate spellings, and meaning are enhanced by the affirmation carefully chosen for each name. Lists of names by meaning, names by ethnicity, and most popular names by decade provide easy reference. Whether your aim is to honor ancestors, capture a child’s essence, or convey parental hopes, Inspired Baby Names from Around the World will help you greet and bless your new baby with heartfelt meaning.

Dictionary of Southern African Place Names

Dictionary of Southern African Place Names
Author: Peter E Raper
Publisher: Jonathan Ball Publishers
Total Pages: 1276
Release: 2014-12-08
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1868425509

The Dictionary of Southern African Place Names - now in its 4th edition - helps you sort your Komkhulu from your Kommetjie with the most comprehensive glossary of Southern African towns, villages, railway stations, mountains, rivers and beaches. The 9 000 short entries incorporate data from sources dating as far back as 1486, encapsulating the linguistic and cultural heritage of all the peoples of the subcontinent, past and present. In this highly readable book the expert authors take you on a fascinating journey of the highways and byways of Southern Africa. Whether you are a motorist, an adventurer or merely an armchair traveller, this book has a multitude of facts and details that will fascinate you. This is much more than a reference book - it gives an insight into what shapes a place and its people through our heroes, events, beliefs, values, fears and aspirations.

Jabulani Means Rejoice

Jabulani Means Rejoice
Author: Kalumba, Phumzile Simelane
Publisher: Modjaji Books
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2018-03-13
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1928215491

Jabulani Means Rejoice is a dictionary comprised of hundreds of African names in local South African languages, meticulously assembled and expounded upon for the curious reader. Names are listed in alphabetical order with gender indications, as well as information regarding their ethnographic origins and meanings. Yet, Jabulani Means Rejoice is so much more than simply a list of names and their meanings. The author skilfully interweaves cultural context and history, including issues surrounding naming rituals, domestic disputes and the curse of the evil eye. As a reference work, the book stands as an invaluable contribution to the growing interest in African cultural history. With its names ranging from the traditional to the unconventional, it will appeal to linguists, family historians and anyone with an interest in names.

African Names for Boys

African Names for Boys
Author: Hseham Amrahs
Publisher: Mahesh Dutt Sharma
Total Pages: 93
Release: 2023-12-31
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN:

A name is more than a combination of letters; it is a powerful identifier, a label that carries with it a sense of heritage, culture, and individuality. Each name has its own story and its unique melody that adds to the symphony of human existence. Choosing a name for your baby is not just about selecting a word; it's about creating a legacy, a moniker that will resonate through generations. In the pages that follow, we delve into the art and science of baby naming. This book is not merely a list of names but a journey through the rich tapestry of linguistic diversity, cultural heritage, and contemporary trends. Whether you seek a traditional name rooted in history or a modern name with a touch of innovation, you will find a treasure trove of options to suit your preferences.

African Names for Boys and Girls

African Names for Boys and Girls
Author: Hseham Amrahs
Publisher: Mahesh Dutt Sharma
Total Pages: 179
Release: 2023-12-31
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN:

This book is organized to facilitate your exploration of names based on various themes, origins, and styles. The chapters are designed to provide insights into the cultural and historical context of names, guiding you on a journey that transcends mere alphabetical arrangements. From exploring the roots of names from different regions to uncovering the magic behind literary and mythological names, each section is a gateway to a world of possibilities. In addition to traditional and popular names, we've included sections on unique and unconventional names for those seeking something a little different. This book is a celebration of diversity, ensuring that there's a name for every family, every story, and every little personality waiting to make their mark on the world.

The Politics of South African Football

The Politics of South African Football
Author: Alpheus Koonyaditse
Publisher: African Books Collective
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2010-07-12
Genre: History
ISBN: 1990962505

The Politics of South African Football is the story of people whose vehement resistance and declaration that there could be no normal sport in an abnormal society proved to be a powerful antidote to the apartheid governments assurances that all was well. Oshebeng Alphie Koonyaditse gives an inspiring account of the event-filled journey that led to that memorable Saturday of May 15, 2004. For the first time in World Cup history South Africa, and indeed Africa, won the right to host the nations of the world at the FIFA World Cup in 2010. Yet, South African football history began long before that, and in fact goes back to before the formation of FIFA in 1904.

1,001 African Names

1,001 African Names
Author: Julia Stewart
Publisher: Citadel Press
Total Pages: 230
Release: 1996
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9780806517377

Offers names for African-Americans to use in naming children or as substitutes for their own western names.