Ayo Boy
Origin(s)
Yoruba; African
Meaning
Yoruba: joy; African: happiness
Historical & Cultural Background
Ayo is a name of Yoruba origin, commonly used in Nigeria. In Yoruba culture, names often reflect the circumstances of a child's birth or the family's aspirations. The name is associated with joy and happiness, which are significant values in many African cultures. It is used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly given to boys.
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Similar Names
Kaya, Milo, Jairo, Rayo, Zayo, Leo, Niko
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ayo was first seen in the United States in 1973. Ayo has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has no trending data available at the state level. In the past 5 years the name Ayo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 9 |