Meaning: Grow; flourish
The story
An Amharic name built around growth and flourishing. It has a clear Ethiopian linguistic identity rather than a generic pan-African origin label.
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Bekele comes from Amharic.
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