Tswana

Bontle

Pronounced BON-tlehShare

Meaning: Beautiful

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

A Tswana name derived from the adjective ntle. Its final consonant combination is characteristic of the language and only approximate in English respelling.

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Bontle comes from Tswana.

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