For Yoruba boys, naming underscores leadership, resilience, and lineage. Choices like Oluwaseun (“God has done a great thing”) or Ayoola (“joy in wealth”) demonstrate reverence for spiritual favor and community prosperity. Each moniker also aligns with an oríkì tradition that shapes personal identity. Embracing a Yoruba baby boy name connects him to a proud societal tapestry where respect, achievement, and collective harmony guide every step.
The name "Zyir" has roots in Yoruba culture, but its specific meaning is not well-documented. Its usage has evolved, highlighting cultural exchange and diversity.
Gift
Celebrated child
Downy
To be born again
Of wealth and origin.
God has crowned me
God is wealth
Joy has come
Wealth from god
Oluwadarasimi means "God is good to me."
Gift of God
To be seen
Of the name oluwatimilehin is not confirmed in the provided sources
Of African origin origin.
God loves me
Obaloluwa means "God is the King."
The meaning of Iremide is "My joy has come."
Friend
God
God
The crown or royalty has come.
Mine
Of the name oluwafemi is
Oluwaferanmi means "God has brought me joy" or "God has comforted me."
God has crowned me
Lord
Adedamola means "The crown brings wealth" in Yoruba.
And are often chosen based on the circumstances surrounding a child
He brings joy.
Joy
God loves me
Powerful blood
Of
Mine has turned to joy
Worth
The name Folarin means "Wealth walks in."
Of Yoruba culture origin.
Erioluwa means "God's reward."
Tifeoluwa means "God's wish" or "God's will."
The name Ademola means "the crown or royalty along with wealth."
One who inspires.
The crown fits me.
Born to serve
The second
God
Wealth is moving forward
The name "Ilo" is of Finnish origin and means "joy" or "happiness."
The name "Korede" is of Yoruba origin and means "He brought joy" or "He brought blessings."
Silo means "peace" or "protection".
Oshun is a name of Yoruba origin, and it refers to the Yoruba goddess of love, fertility, and rivers.
Adebayo means "He came in a joyful time" or "The crown meets joy."
Miracle of God
The meaning of Akorede is "Bringer of blessings."
Ayobami means "joy meets me" or "my joy has arrived" in Yoruba.
God is worthy to be praised
The name Deontez, of African origin, suggests being a traveler or possessing an outstanding personality. Often linked to Shona or Yoruba cultures, it reflects a rich cultural heritage and symbolizes a deep connection to one's roots and faith.
Wealth
Ayooluwa means "Joy of the Lord" in Yoruba.
Born on a sunday
The name "Oluwadunsin" is of Yoruba origin and means "God is sweet to me."
Born during a time of great joy
God comforts me
To be loved
Olukolade means "God brings honor."
Oluseyi: "God has done this" or "God made this" in Yoruba.
Of the name tolulope is
To carve
Adebola means "crown brings wealth" or "royalty brings wealth."
God's gift, God is good
The name Fikayo is of Yoruba origin and means "Increase joy" or "Add to my joy."
Of the name origin.
