Yoruba Names That Mean Honor
Looking for an Yoruba name that means honor? This page brings together 548+ Yoruba names carrying the meaning of honor — 169 boy names, 167 girl names, and 212unisex names — each with its meaning, origin, gender, and a link to its full pronunciation. It is the perfect place to find a name that honours the Yoruba tradition while expressing the beautiful quality of honor.
Combining a culture and a meaning is one of the most rewarding ways to choose a name. With Yoruba names that mean honor, you get the authentic heritage and distinctive sound of the Yoruba tradition together with a meaning that carries your hopes for your child. Browse the full, searchable list above, or read on to learn what makes these names so special.
Why Choose an Yoruba Name Meaning Honor?
An Yoruba name meaning honor offers the best of both worlds. From the Yoruba side, it carries the culture, language, and heritage that make Yorubanames so beloved — their characteristic sounds, their roots, and the sense of identity they provide. From the meaning side, it expresses honor, a quality cherished by parents across every culture and era. Together, they create a name that is both authentic and meaningful.
For families with Yoruba heritage, a name meaning honor is a way to honour your roots while wishing a beautiful quality upon your child. For families simply drawn to the Yoruba tradition, it is a way to choose a name with genuine cultural depth rather than at random. Either way, an Yoruba name meaning honor is a thoughtful, intentional choice your child can carry with pride.
Popular Yoruba Names Meaning Honor
Among the Yoruba names meaning honor in our collection, parents frequently search for Xatin, Yunin, Jukin, Redin, Kiaanaan, Olademola, Bolafunmi, Daamin. Here are a few popular Yoruba names that mean honor, with their meanings:
- Xatin — Honor
- Yunin — Honor
- Jukin — Honor
- Redin — Honor
- Kiaanaan — Honor
- Olademola — Wealth, honor crowns wealth
- Bolafunmi — Wealth, honor gives to me
- Daamin — Honor
- Zeenzin — Honor
- Lisin — Honor
- Toorin — Honor
- Meeriaan — Honor
These are only a small selection. The complete, searchable list of Yoruba names meaning honoris at the top of this page — use the filter box to narrow it by sound, and open any name for its full meaning and pronunciation.
Yoruba Boy and Girl Names Meaning Honor
Whether you are expecting a boy or a girl, there are beautiful Yoruba names meaning honor to choose from. The169 Yoruba boy names meaning honor tend to pair a strong, confident sound with the meaning of honor, while the 167 Yoruba girl names meaning honor often combine grace and beauty with that same significance. There are also 212 unisex options that work wonderfully for any child.
Use the gender filter and search box in the list above to focus on exactly what you are looking for. EveryYoruba name meaning honor links to its own detailed page, where you will find its full meaning, etymology, and a syllable-by-syllable pronunciation guide.
How to Choose Your Yoruba Name Meaning Honor
- Say it aloud with your surname to test the rhythm and flow.
- Check the meaning — confirm the name truly expresses honor in a way you love.
- Consider the sound — pick an Yoruba name whose music delights you.
- Mind the initials and nicknames that the name invites.
- Think long-term — a great Yoruba name meaning honor suits a child and an adult alike.
For a complete framework, see our handbook to choosing a baby name.
Explore More Honor Names and Yoruba Names
This page is part of a larger collection. You can explore names meaning honor from other cultures, or other meanings within the Yoruba tradition:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Yoruba names that mean honor?
Yoruba names meaning honor are names from the Yoruba tradition whose meaning expresses the quality of honor. Popular examples include Xatin, Yunin, Jukin, Redin, Kiaanaan, Olademola, Bolafunmi, Daamin. The full list of 548+ such names is at the top of this page.
Are there both boy and girl Yoruba names meaning honor?
Yes — there are 169 Yoruba boy names, 167 Yoruba girl names, and 212 unisex names meaning honor in our collection.
How do I pronounce these Yoruba names?
Every name links to its own page with a syllable-by-syllable pronunciation guide, so you can learn to say any Yoruba name meaning honor correctly before you choose it.