andile
Andile is a given name of Nguni origin that is commonly used in South Africa among Zulu, Xhosa, and other Nguni-speaking communities. It is often given to boys but is also used for girls in some families, making it a unisex name in contemporary usage.
Etymology and meaning: Andile is connected to Nguni language roots associated with growth, increase, or development.
Usage and distribution: The name is most prevalent in South Africa, particularly in areas with strong Zulu
Notable bearers: A notable individual with the given name is Andile Jali (born 1989), a South African
See also: Names of Nguni origin and other culturally significant South African given names.