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.
A short form of Abigail, meaning "father's joy," or a Hebrew name meaning "my father."
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "born into wealth."
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "born into wealth."
Of Igbo origin, meaning "princess" or "daughter of the king."
Of Igbo origin, meaning "daughter of all."
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "the crown meets wealth."
A Yoruba name meaning "the crown has doubled."
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "the crown has returned."
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "crown of wealth."
A Yoruba name meaning "the crown of God."
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "the crown has come home."
Of African origin, meaning "one who will teach us."
Of African origin, a variant of Aja, meaning "goat" in Yoruba mythology.
Of African origin, meaning "a child born with the umbilical cord around their neck. ."
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "God's mercy."
Of Yoruba origin, meaning "God's mercy is great."
Of Igbo origin, meaning "thanks be to God."
A longer Igbo form of Arinze, meaning "thanks be to God."
Happiness
The name Ayinde is of Yoruba origin, commonly found in Nigeria
The name Ayodeji is of Yoruba origin, commonly found in Nigeria
God's gift or "God’s blessing
My joy has arrived' or 'my joy has come
Ayomikun is a name of Yoruba origin, meaning "my joy is full
Of West African origin, often meaning "with God" or "close to God."
Ful choice for families seeking to connect their children to their cultural heritage
Of unknown origin.
Gift of god
Born to rule
River
Of surnames in origin.
A variant of the word for
Mother is great
Adds a sense of spirituality and divine intervention to the name
Of West Africa origin.
