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Ayo

Unisex · Yoruba (Nigerian)
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ModernAfricanYorubaVirtueRare find
Meaning
Joy; a Yoruba name short and sweet, often the start of fuller names like Ayodele.
The vibe

Ayo is happiness in two syllables. Modern and gloriously spirited, this short Yoruba name suits someone whose presence makes a room better.

Quick questions

Is Ayo a boy's or a girl's name?
Ayo is a unisex name of Yoruba (Nigerian) origin.

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