Nigerian Baby Names
Explore our collection of baby names with Nigerian origins. These names reflect the rich cultural heritage and linguistic traditions of Nigerian culture.
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Remi
Oarsman, rower; God comforts me; The dominant ones, The first; Heaven's pupil
Unisex
Damari
Gentle; Fertility goddess; Eternal; Strength
Unisex
Ori
My light; Golden; Head; Cherry blossom; Jasmine; Pear tree; Weave; Raving one
Unisex
Sade
Rule or lead with nobility; Assume royalty with (your) wealth; Honor earns a crown; Ray of light; Rain
Girl
Sade
Rule or lead with nobility; Assume royalty with (your) wealth; Honor earns a crown; Ray of light; Rain
Girl
Ayofemi
Joy loves me
Obi
Heart; Father's heart; Heart of God; Servant of God
Boy
Chimamanda
My God will never fail
Girl
Adanna
Her father's daughter
Girl
Adeya
A gift from God has come
Girl
Addi
Noble, nobility; Island; Adornment; First daughter
Girl
Amadi
highly praised; one who constantly thanks God; free-born
Boy
Amadi
highly praised; one who constantly thanks God; free-born
Boy
Dola
Crown of wealth; Eye, sight; Swing, oscillating
Ifetayo
Love is enough for joy
Jaja
God's gift
Chinara
God receives; Platanus
Abiodun
Born during a war; Born during a festival
Ovie
riverside settlement; King
Boy
Ovie
riverside settlement; King
Boy
Adamma
First beautiful daughter of the family
Okechukwu
Gift of god
Okechukwu
Gift of god
Uchechi
Chi's will or God's will
Olutosin
God is worthy of praise
Adesina
My coming has opened the way; Crown opens the way
Okpara
Administrative head; Firstborn son
Olatokunbo
Wealth brought from a foreign land
Olatokunbo
Wealth brought from a foreign land
Chinelo
Thought of God, God's plan
Olisa
The Lord who bears the weight of the world; God's promise
Chukwubuikem
God is my strength
Chukwubuikem
God is my strength
Chinua
God's own blessing
Olukayode
God brings me happiness
Ola
Ancestor's descendant; Ancestor's relic; Wealth; Honor; Respect; Man's defender
Girl
Tynisha
Alive and well; Ambition; Born on Monday
Obasi
In honor of the Supreme God
Olufunmilayo
God gives me joy and happiness
Sharday
Honor confers a crown
Chia
Thousand; Love; Meet; Second to Asia; Younger generation; To thank; Family; Merchant; Rook (in Chinese chess); Firewood; Lean; Refuse; Divine spark, personal guardian angel
Oluyemi
The lord is worthy of me
Obafemi
The king loves me
Abiola
Born into wealth, born into success
Unisex
Oni
Born in a sacred abode; Today
Unisex
Ife
Love
Adeola
the crown brings honor
Girl
Femi
Love me
Girl
Oluwatobi
God is great
Boy
Oluwatobi
God is great
Boy
Ayo
Joy
Boy
Temitope
Enough to give thanks; Mine is worthy of thanks or gratitude; Of Tiwatope
Kalu
Shortened version of Kamalu, the Igbo God of thunder and lightning.
Boy
Ngozi
Blessing
Girl
Anuli
Bringer of happiness, joy
Girl
Ayodele
Joy comes home, joy has arrived home
Kayode
He has brought us joy
Boy
Taiwo
First twin to taste the world
Taiwo
First twin to taste the world
Ima
Whole, universal; Great; Now, present; Beautiful; Love; Charity; Mother
Anneka
Graciousness; Showed favor; Sweet-faced
Uchenna
God's will; God's wisdom
Boy
Olumide
My God has come
Oluremi
God comforts me
Olufemi
God loves me
Chukwuebuka
God is great
Chukwuebuka
God is great
Odera
Once God writes it, it can't be erased
Kehinde
Second born of twins
Kehinde
Second born of twins
Edem
Delivered
Boy
Shola
God makes wealth
Oba
Ruler; River goddess
Boy
Amadia
Loved by God; Lover; Friend; Devotee; Free-born
Anaka
Sweet-faced
Abebi
She came after asking
Adeyah
A gift from God has come
Adio
Be righteous; Given by God
Adola
Ethiopian district; The crown brings honor
Alaba
Second child after twins
Alaba
Second child after twins
Bagu
Unknown
Bolade
The coming of honor
Bolanile
The wealth of this house; This house's wealth
Chileogu
God is our protector
Chimaijem
God knows
Chinagorom
God is my witness
Chinecherem
God thinks on my behalf
Danladi
Born on Sunday
Ebuka
God is mighty, God is greater
Ekon
Strong
Feranmi
God loves me
Gowon
Son of the smith; Rainmaker
Idogbe
The third child born after a set of twins
Ifama
All is well
Ini
Time; God's time
Nwabudike
A father's power comes from the son, the strength of his father
Nwabudike
A father's power comes from the son, the strength of his father
Nwankwo
Child born on Nkwo day
Ogbonna
He resembles his father; His father's namesake
About Nigerian Names
Nigerian names have a rich history and cultural significance. They often reflect the values, traditions, and linguistic characteristics of Nigerian culture. Choosing a Nigerian name for your child can be a wonderful way to honor your heritage or express your appreciation for Nigerian culture.
Naming Tips
- Research the meaning and cultural significance of Nigerian names
- Consider the pronunciation and potential nicknames
- Think about how the name might be perceived in different cultural contexts
- Check for any historical or literary associations with the name
- Consult with native speakers or cultural experts if you're unsure about a name's usage or connotations