Bongani is a masculine given name, derived from the Nguni word bonga, meaning "to give thanks."
. Notable people with the given name include: Bongani Jele (born 1986), South African cricket umpire Bongani Khumalo (born 1987), South African footballer Bongani Mahlangu (born 1979), South African boxer Bongani Masuku, South African vocalist Bongani Sam (born 1997), South African footballer Bongani Mayosi (1967–2018), South African cardiology professor Bongani Msomi, South African politician Bongani Mwelase (born 1982), South African boxer Bongani Ndodana-Breen (born 1975), South African composer Bongani Ndulula (born 1989), South African footballer Bongani Zungu (born 1992), South African footballer