Akínjọ is a Nigerian surname. It is a male name and of Yoruba origin, which means "With or among valor.".[1] Akínjo is a short form of the names like Akínjọrìn, Akínjógbìn, Akínjọlé, etc. The name Akínjo is common among the Ondo, Ekiti, Ife and Ilesha people of the Southwest, Nigeria.
Gender | Male |
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Language(s) | Yoruba |
Origin | |
Word/name | Nigeria |
Meaning | With or among valor. |
Region of origin | South West, Nigeria |
Notable individuals with the name
edit- James Akinjo (born 2000), American basketball player.
- Kolade Victor Akinjo (born 1972), Nigerian politician.
References
edit- ^ "YorubaNames". www.yorubaname.com. Retrieved 2024-10-29.