Discover and Shortlist Your Perfect Baby Names!
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenyin | Kenyin: Yoruba name meaning "destined to be praised," unisex origin. | African, Chinese, Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Kesin | Kesin: Yoruba name meaning "to cut," symbolizes strength and perseverance. | African, Nigerian, Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Kilon | Kilon means "one who brings joy" in Yoruba culture, Nigeria. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Kond | Kond is a Yoruba name meaning "to be strong," symbolizing courage. | Yoruba | Boy | |
| Konta | Konta, a Yoruba name, means "wealth" and signifies prosperity. | African, Nigerian, Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Korede | Nigerian, Yoruba | |||
| Kosey | Kosey: Unisex African name meaning "to praise" or "to thank." | African, Nigerian, Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Kossee | Kossee: a rare, unique name with African roots meaning "river." | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Kunel | Kunel: Yoruba name meaning prosperity, wealth, unisex, unique, meaningful choice. | Yoruba | Boy | |
| Künle | Küñle: Yoruba name meaning "fills the house with honor." | Yoruba | Boy | |
| Kunle | Kunle: Yoruba name meaning wealth; unisex, symbolizing prosperity and success. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Kunmi | Kunmi is a Yoruba name meaning "to be loved" or "cherished." | Yoruba | Boy | |
| Laitan | Laitan: Yoruba name meaning "wealth has come," primarily for males. | Yoruba | Boy | |
| Lajie | Lajie: Yoruba name meaning "born during the rainy season." | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Lami | Lami, a Yoruba name, means "my own" and signifies gratitude. | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Lami | Lami, a Yoruba name, means "my own" and signifies gratitude. | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Laneshe | Laneshe: Unique African name meaning "behold the life force." | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Laneshe | Laneshe: Unique African name meaning "behold the life force" for girls. | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Larinde | Larinde: Yoruba name meaning "bringer of prosperity" for all genders. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Latarey | Latarey: Unique unisex name, possibly Yoruba, meaning "happy like king." | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Latoyia | Latoyia is a modern American girl's name derived from Latoya. | Yoruba | Girl | |
| Lekan | Lekan means "to bring joy" in Yoruba; it's a Nigerian name. | African, Yoruba | Boy | |
| Letey | Letey is a rare, unique name of uncertain African origin. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Loa | Loa: Unisex name meaning "famous warrior" with cultural significance. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Lofa | Lofa, a Yoruba name, means "peace" and "calmness." | Nigerian, Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Lolu | Lolu: Yoruba name meaning "God is here," popular and meaningful. | Yoruba | Boy | |
| Makanju | Makanju: Yoruba name meaning "warrior" or "one who fights for justice." | Yoruba | Boy | |
| Makinde | Makinde: Yoruba name meaning strength, conquest; popular in Nigeria. | Yoruba | Boy | |
| Mantan | Mantan: Unique, unisex name of African origin, primarily among Yoruba. | Yoruba | Unisex | |
| Mide | Mide: Unisex African name meaning "I have arrived," symbolizing hope. | Yoruba | Unisex |
