Updated October 2026
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Yoruba
"second-born of twins or one who falls behind"
Although the best-known Kehinde is the male painter Kehinde Wiley, this name is used for both genders in its native Nigeria and can be just as attractive for a girl.
Nigerian
Intriguing name of the ancient goddess of rivers.
Igbo
"work of God"
Nigerian-born supermodel Oluchi Orlandi brought this little-known (to non-Nigerians), lovely choice into the lexicon.
Turkish, Idoma
Used predominantly (and in many countries, nearly exclusively) as a feminine name, Ada is a unisex choice in Turkey, where it comes from the Turkish word for "island". In Nigeria, it is also used as…
"daughter of God; princess of God"
An Igbo name with an elegant sound and a spiritual meaning.