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 -

Adebayo means "He came in a joyful time" or "The crown meets joy."

Adebola -

Adebola means "crown brings wealth" or "royalty brings wealth."

Adedamola -

Adedamola means "The crown brings wealth" in Yoruba.

Ademide -

The crown or royalty has come.

Ademola -

The name Ademola means "the crown or royalty along with wealth."

Adeyemi -

The crown fits me.

Akorede -

The meaning of Akorede is "Bringer of blessings."

Asire -

One who inspires.

Ayo -

Joy

Ayobami -

Ayobami means "joy meets me" or "my joy has arrived" in Yoruba.

Ayooluwa -

Ayooluwa means "Joy of the Lord" in Yoruba.

Damaria -

To be loved

Darey -

Gift

Deontez -

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.

Djimon -

Powerful blood

Erioluwa -

Erioluwa means "God's reward."

Esosa -

God's gift, God is good

Fikayo -

The name Fikayo is of Yoruba origin and means "Increase joy" or "Add to my joy."

Folarin -

The name Folarin means "Wealth walks in."

Ilo -

The name "Ilo" is of Finnish origin and means "joy" or "happiness."

Iremide -

The meaning of Iremide is "My joy has come."

Ireoluwa -

Gift of God

Isaha -

God comforts me

Iyan -

Downy

Iyanuoluwa -

Miracle of God

Jahden -

Born to serve

Jamikal -

Born during a time of great joy

Jamori -

Of African origin origin.

Kayin -

Celebrated child

Kayode -

He brings joy.

Kehinde -

The second

Kjuan -

Born on a sunday

Korede -

The name "Korede" is of Yoruba origin and means "He brought joy" or "He brought blessings."

Obaloluwa -

Obaloluwa means "God is the King."

Oladimeji -

Wealth

Olamide -

Of wealth and origin.

Olanrewaju -

Wealth is moving forward

Olaoluwa -

Wealth from god

Olufemi -

God loves me

Olukolade -

Olukolade means "God brings honor."

Oluseyi -

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

Oluwadamilare -

God has crowned me

Oluwadarasimi -

Oluwadarasimi means "God is good to me."

Oluwademilade -

God has crowned me

Oluwadunsin -

The name "Oluwadunsin" is of Yoruba origin and means "God is sweet to me."

Oluwafemi -

Of the name oluwafemi is

Oluwaferanmi -

Oluwaferanmi means "God has brought me joy" or "God has comforted me."

Oluwanifemi -

God loves me

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