African-American Names name generator

This African-American Names This name generator will provide you with 10 random African-American names. These names gained popularity during and after the 1960s civil rights movement when identity and individuality became more significant. Before this era, most Americans shared a relatively small pool of names to conform to societal norms. As identity became more important, African-Americans began choosing names influenced by African origins and other diverse sources. While not all African-Americans bear the names generated here, these names are distinctively part of African-American culture and are rarely found elsewhere. Surnames, however, are shared with other American groups due to historical reasons. To begin, click the button to generate 10 random names. If you're not satisfied with the selection, simply click again for a new set of names.