Morayo - girls name

Morayo name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 37%

Morayo name meaning:

The name Morayo is of Yoruba origin, a language spoken primarily in Nigeria. In Yoruba culture, names hold significant meaning and are often chosen with great thought and consideration. Morayo is a unisex name, but it is more commonly given to girls.

Morayo is a compound name, combining the Yoruba words "mora" and "yo." "Mora" means "I see" or "I know," while "yo" translates to "joy" or "happiness." Therefore, the name Morayo could be interpreted as "I see joy" or "I know happiness."

This name carries a positive and uplifting connotation, reflecting the desire for happiness and joy for the child. It signifies the hopes and aspirations of the parents, wishing their daughter a life filled with joy and contentment. The name Morayo embodies a sense of optimism and positivity, and it can serve as a reminder to the individual to seek happiness and find joy in life's experiences.

Origin:

Other girls names beginning with M

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 3519 out of 5581

6 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    2266
  • 5yrs

    -553
  • 1yr

    -72

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (1490)

Historical popularity of Morayo

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Morayo from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Morayo in 2024