Temitayo Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTeh-mee-tah-yo / tɛmɪˈtaɪ.oʊYoruba
Meaning
My destiny has come home
Historical & Cultural Background
Temitayo is a name of Yoruba origin, a language and ethnic group from Nigeria. In Yoruba culture, names often reflect personal attributes, circumstances of birth, or familial connections. The name is commonly given to boys and signifies a positive affirmation of destiny and fulfillment. Yoruba names are an important aspect of cultural identity and heritage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Temitayo was first seen in the United States in 1993. Temitayo has ranked as high as #1291 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Temitayo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Temitayo (1998)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |