Yoruba Names for Girls

  1. Ife
    • Origin:

      Yoruba
    • Meaning:

      "love"
    • Description:

      Short but impactful, Ife is a meaningful Yoruba name, taken from the word ífé meaning "love". Predominantly used in Nigeria or among Nigerian families, it may also be used in as an element in longer names such as Ifeoluwa ("love of God") , Ifedapo ("love came together"), Ifedayo ("love turned to joy") and Olufemi ("God loves me").
  2. Aduke
    • Origin:

      Yoruba, Nigerian
    • Meaning:

      "much loved"
    • Description:

      A beautiful African name which can also lead to the always-wearable "Addy" nickname.
  3. Kehinde
    • Origin:

      Yoruba
    • Meaning:

      "second-born of twins or one who falls behind"
    • Description:

      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.

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