Emmy Samtani

Emmy Samtani

Emmy is the founder of Kiindred and mother to 3 little ones. Over the last 4 years, she has worked with some of the most credible experts in the parenting space and is a keen contributor on all things parenthood.
Updated on Aug 20, 2025

Vibrant and full of purpose, Nigerian baby boy names such as Chinedu and Oluwaseun echo with cultural richness and strength. They embody virtues like wisdom, courage, and divine blessing, drawing from Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa traditions. Each name serves as a proud declaration of identity, connecting modern aspirations with a deep-rooted heritage that celebrates family, community, and the resilient spirit of Nigeria.

TOP 250 Nigerian Baby Boy Names

Ayomide -

My joy has arrived' or 'my joy has come

Ayodeji -

The name Ayodeji is of Yoruba origin, commonly found in Nigeria

Arinze -

Of Igbo origin, meaning "thanks be to God."

Inioluwa -

Gods property, in the hands of the Lord

Ayomikun -

Ayomikun is a name of Yoruba origin, meaning "my joy is full

Juwon -

Born to rule

Adedamola -

Adedamola means "The crown brings wealth" in Yoruba.

Ikeem -

Honor, intelligence, respect

Adewale -

Of Yoruba origin, meaning "the crown has come home."

Delontae -

Of unknown origin.

Eze -

Eze means "king" or "ruler" in Igbo, a language spoken by the Igbo people of Nigeria.

Boluwatife -

Ful choice for families seeking to connect their children to their cultural heritage

Odie -

The meaning of the name Odie is "song" or "song of praise."

Oluwatamilore -

God has given me a gift.

Adeoluwa -

A Yoruba name meaning "the crown of God."

Osaze -

Favored by God

Ayinde -

The name Ayinde is of Yoruba origin, commonly found in Nigeria

Asire -

One who inspires.

Adeyemi -

The crown fits me.

Aire -

The meaning of Aire is "wind" or "air."

Oluwatise -

Oluwatise means "God has done it" or "God has accomplished it."

Arinzechukwu -

A longer Igbo form of Arinze, meaning "thanks be to God."

Kyari -

The meaning of Kyari is "beautiful."

Akhai -

The meaning of Akhai is "warrior" or "brotherhood."

Munachi -

Munachi means "God is with me" in Igbo, a language spoken in Nigeria.

Akaay -

Unknown

Asce -

The meaning of the name Asce is "noble one."

Adedeji -

A Yoruba name meaning "the crown has doubled."

Jubril -

Jubril is a variant of the name Jibril, which is the Arabic form of Gabriel, meaning "God is my strength."

Ayooluwa -

Ayooluwa means "Joy of the Lord" in Yoruba.

Goodness -

Goodness means "the quality of being good; virtue; moral excellence."

Sega -

To surpass

Kallo -

Kallo means "black" or "dark."

Iyeir -

Life

Ozi -

Strength of the Lord

Oluseyi -

Oluseyi: "God has done this" or "God made this" in Yoruba.

Ugo -

The meaning of Ugo is "mind" or "spirit."

Adedotun -

Of Yoruba origin, meaning "the crown has returned."

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