Nigerian names reflect a mosaic of over 250 ethnic groups, each with its own language and customs. Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa influences offer names like Adewale (royalty beckons) or Chiamaka (God is splendid). Strong ties to family, faith, and tradition course through these vibrant choices. Delve into a naming culture rich in symbolism, conveying blessings, heritage, and unity with every syllable.
River
A variant of the word for
My joy has arrived' or 'my joy has come
Of African origin, meaning "a child born with the umbilical cord around their neck. ."
Of Igbo origin, meaning "princess" or "daughter of the king."
God's gift or "God’s blessing
Of West African origin, often meaning "with God" or "close to God."
A short form of Abigail, meaning "father's joy," or a Hebrew name meaning "my father."
God's love, divine love
Of Igbo origin, meaning "daughter of all."
Adds a sense of spirituality and divine intervention to the name
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "crown of wealth."
The name Ayodeji is of Yoruba origin, commonly found in Nigeria
Of Igbo origin, meaning "thanks be to God."
Gods property, in the hands of the Lord
Happiness
Ayomikun is a name of Yoruba origin, meaning "my joy is full
Of African origin, a variant of Aja, meaning "goat" in Yoruba mythology.
Born to rule
Adedamola means "The crown brings wealth" in Yoruba.
The name Kemi is of Yoruba origin and means "God takes care of me" or "blessed by God."
The meaning of the name Sundai is "a special day" or "a beautiful day."
Honor, intelligence, respect
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "the crown has come home."
Of unknown origin.
Eze means "king" or "ruler" in Igbo, a language spoken by the Igbo people of Nigeria.
Joy, happiness
Ful choice for families seeking to connect their children to their cultural heritage
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "God's mercy is great."
The meaning of the name Odie is "song" or "song of praise."
God has given me a gift.
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "born into wealth."
Mother is great
A Yoruba name meaning "the crown of God."
Favored by God
The name Ayinde is of Yoruba origin, commonly found in Nigeria
Zailani means "my strength" in Hausa.
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "born into wealth."
One who inspires.
The crown fits me.
The meaning of Aire is "wind" or "air."
Oluwatise means "God has done it" or "God has accomplished it."
Gift of god
A longer Igbo form of Arinze, meaning "thanks be to God."
Of African origin, meaning "one who will teach us."
The meaning of Kyari is "beautiful."
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "God's mercy."
The name Isia is a diminutive form of the name Izabella or Isabella, which means "God is my oath."
Noble, kind
The meaning of Akhai is "warrior" or "brotherhood."
"mythical bird"
Munachi means "God is with me" in Igbo, a language spoken in Nigeria.
Unknown
The meaning of the name Asce is "noble one."
A Yoruba name meaning "the crown has doubled."
Jubril is a variant of the name Jibril, which is the Arabic form of Gabriel, meaning "God is my strength."
Oluwadabira means "God has judged."
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "the crown meets wealth."
Ayooluwa means "Joy of the Lord" in Yoruba.
Goodness means "the quality of being good; virtue; moral excellence."
God has come
To surpass
Radiant
Of West Africa origin.
Of surnames in origin.
Kallo means "black" or "dark."
Life
Strength of the Lord
Oluseyi: "God has done this" or "God made this" in Yoruba.
The meaning of Ugo is "mind" or "spirit."
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "the crown has returned."
