Yoruba names, from southwestern Nigeria, are deeply symbolic and reflect values, circumstances, or blessings. Names like Oluwatoyin (God is worthy of praise) and Ayodele (joy has come home) emphasize the Yoruba people’s connection to spirituality and community. These names often tell a story, preserving traditions and cultural pride.
| Name | Meaning | Origins | Gender | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Femitayo | Femitayo: Yoruba unisex name meaning "love me," gaining global popularity. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Femitope | Femitope: Yoruba name meaning gratitude, associated with males, culturally significant. | Yoruba | Boy | |
| Fidilat | Fidilat: Yoruba name meaning patience and endurance, symbolizing resilience. | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Folabomi | Folabomi: Yoruba name meaning "wealth finds me," gaining popularity globally. | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Folahanmi | Folahanmi: Yoruba unisex name meaning "wealth finds me," culturally significant. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Folake | Folake: Yoruba name meaning "honor brings wealth," unique and meaningful. | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Folami | Folami: Yoruba name meaning "respect and honor me," culturally significant. | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Folashade | Folashade: Yoruba name meaning "honor confers a crown," gaining popularity. | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Folashayo | Folashayo: Yoruba unisex name meaning "honor brings joy," culturally significant. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Folayan | Folayan: Yoruba male name symbolizing leadership, strength, and wisdom. | Yoruba | Boy | |
| Fonu | Fonu: Yoruba name meaning "to hear," symbolizing spiritual connection and communication. | African, Nigerian, Yoruba | Girl | |
| Fujee | Fujee: Yoruba name meaning "to give birth to twins," celebrated. | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Fulande | Fulande: Unique Yoruba name meaning "one who has riches." | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Ganyah | Ganyah: African unisex name meaning "gift of God" or grace. | African, Mandinka, Nigerian, Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Gbenga | Gbenga means "lifted up" in Yoruba; it signifies elevation. | Nigerian, Yoruba | Boy | |
| Hemen | Hemen: Unique Yoruba name meaning "wealth" or "prosperity," easy pronunciation. | African, Nigerian, Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Ibiyi | Ibiyi: Yoruba name meaning "wealthy child," unisex, gaining popularity. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Idi | Idi is a unisex Yoruba name meaning "born into royalty." | African, Nigerian, Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Idowu | Idowu: Yoruba name meaning "born after twins," popular among males. | Yoruba | Boy | |
| Idowun | Idowun: Yoruba name meaning "joy has returned," symbolizes cultural pride. | Yoruba | Boy | |
| Idowunmi | Idowunmi: Yoruba name meaning "joy returns," gender-neutral, culturally significant. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Idowuoluwa | Idowuoluwa: Yoruba unisex name meaning "the Lord has brought this." | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Ifaen | Ifaen: Igbo name meaning "light," symbolizing hope and positivity. | African, Igbo, Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Ifedayo | Ifedayo: Yoruba unisex name meaning "love has turned to joy." | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Ifeolu | Ifeolu: Yoruba unisex name meaning "God's love," culturally significant and unique. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Ifeoluwa | Ifeoluwa: Yoruba unisex name meaning "God's love," gaining global popularity. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Ifeoluwakusi | Ifeoluwakusi means "God's love is paramount" in Yoruba culture. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Ifeoluwakusioluwa | Ifeoluwakusioluwa means "love of God is ultimate" in Yoruba. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Ifetayo | Ifetayo: Yoruba unisex name meaning "love brings joy" or happiness. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Igasho | Igasho: Unique African name meaning "to be strong" or "powerful." | Yoruba | Unisex |