Ayoka is a feminine given name commonly used in Nigeria and derived from the Yoruba language.[1] It means "one who causes joy"[2] or "one who causes joy all around".[3]
| Gender | Female |
|---|---|
| Language(s) | Yoruba |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Nigeria |
| Meaning | one who causes joy |
| Region of origin | South western Nigeria |
Notable Ayokas
edit- Ayoka Chenzira (born 1953), American filmmaker and television director
- Ayoka Olufunmilayo Adebambo, Nigerian professor of animal breeding and genetics
References
edit- ^ Navarro, Yvonne (2015-01-24). First Name Reverse Dictionary: Given Names Listed by Meaning, 2d ed. ISBN 9781476609966.
- ^ "The Name Ayoka: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity - Baby Names".
- ^ Navarro, Yvonne (2015-01-24). First Name Reverse Dictionary: Given Names Listed by Meaning, 2d ed. ISBN 9781476609966.
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