Yoruba
Pronunciation: [ y-uhr-OOB-uh ]
Yoruba is a girl baby name. Ranked #34,824 in the US, popular nicknames include Yor, Yoy, and Yorie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Yoruba first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 13 babies have been named Yoruba in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yoruba is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,824 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #34,824
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Yoruba
Yoruba is a girl name .
Yoruba is currently ranked #34,824 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Yoruba include Yor, Yoy, Yorie, and Yoruie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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