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.
Adebayo means "He came in a joyful time" or "The crown meets joy."
Adebola means "crown brings wealth" or "royalty brings wealth."
Adedamola means "The crown brings wealth" in Yoruba.
The crown or royalty has come.
The name Ademola means "the crown or royalty along with wealth."
The crown fits me.
The meaning of Akorede is "Bringer of blessings."
One who inspires.
Joy
Ayobami means "joy meets me" or "my joy has arrived" in Yoruba.
Ayooluwa means "Joy of the Lord" in Yoruba.
To be loved
Gift
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.
Powerful blood
Erioluwa means "God's reward."
God's gift, God is good
The name Fikayo is of Yoruba origin and means "Increase joy" or "Add to my joy."
The name Folarin means "Wealth walks in."
The name "Ilo" is of Finnish origin and means "joy" or "happiness."
The meaning of Iremide is "My joy has come."
Gift of God
God comforts me
Downy
Miracle of God
Born to serve
Born during a time of great joy
Of African origin origin.
Celebrated child
He brings joy.
The second
Born on a sunday
The name "Korede" is of Yoruba origin and means "He brought joy" or "He brought blessings."
Obaloluwa means "God is the King."
Wealth
Of wealth and origin.
Wealth is moving forward
Wealth from god
God loves me
Olukolade means "God brings honor."
Of
Oluseyi: "God has done this" or "God made this" in Yoruba.
God has crowned me
God
Oluwadarasimi means "God is good to me."
God has crowned me
The name "Oluwadunsin" is of Yoruba origin and means "God is sweet to me."
Of the name oluwafemi is
Oluwaferanmi means "God has brought me joy" or "God has comforted me."
God loves me
Lord