Olaniyan is a Yoruba surname. Its meaning is "Wealth has a joyful carriage".[1] It originated from the south western part of Nigeria. It's diminutive version includes "Ola", "Niyan".
| Gender | Male |
|---|---|
| Language(s) | Yoruba |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Nigeria |
| Meaning | Wealth has a joyful carriage |
| Region of origin | South western Nigeria |
| Other names | |
| Short form(s) | Ola |
Notable people with the name include:
- Rauf Olaniyan, Nigerian politician and engineer
- Tejumola Olaniyan, Nigerian academic
- Caleb Olaniyan, Nigerian zoologist
References
edit- ^ "Ọláníyan". www.yorubaname.com. Retrieved 2024-10-15.
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