Laoye is both a Nigerian masculine given name and surname of Yoruba origin, it means "The wealth of honor"[1] This unique and culturally significant name is often associated with royalty, reflecting a heritage of nobility and honor. The diminutive form is Ọláoyè with the same meaning.
| Gender | Male |
|---|---|
| Language(s) | Yoruba |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Nigeria |
| Meaning | The wealth of honour. |
| Region of origin | Southwestern |
Given name
edit- Laoye Jaiyeola (born 1961), Nigerian economist
Surname
edit- Ade Laoye, Nigerian-American actress
- Adewale Laoye, Nigerian poet
- Nikki Laoye (born 1980), Nigerian singer
- Titilayo Laoye-Tomori (born 1948), Nigerian politician
References
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