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Yoruba first names in Benin
In Benin, the Yoruba (Nago) and the Fon share part of their naming tradition. Here are 15 Yoruba first names commonly borne by Fon-speaking Beninese.
7 boys’ names
7 girls’ names
Why these names in Benin?
3 historical reasons:
Tip
More and more Fon parents choose a Yoruba name with a strong meaning (Ayodele, Folake) rather than a day name. A pan-African trend that works internationally.
See also
Fuller lists, with the meaning of each name: Yoruba names for boys, Yoruba names for girls, short Yoruba names and the most beautiful Yoruba names.
A Fon-Yoruba bridge
These 15 names show that the Fon-Yoruba border is cultural, not watertight. Benin, a land of mixing and crossings.
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