Bamidele
Meaningfollow me home · Yoruba
Bamidele is an African boy name meaning “follow me home”, with Yoruba roots. Yoruba names often tell a story, such as the circumstances of a child's birth or a family's hopes. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Bamidele would score 13 points.
- GenerationBamidele peaked in 1978, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Bamidele you'd meet today is about 47 years old.
- HistoryBamidele first shows up in US birth records in 1978, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 47 years since.
US births per million boys, 1978–2025
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About the name Bamidele
Bamidele is a boy name of African origin meaning “follow me home”. With 4 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1970s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:African names
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- Unisex name: Cairo · the victorious
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- Unisex name: Amani · peace
Questions about the name Bamidele
What does the name Bamidele mean?
Bamidele means “follow me home” and comes from Yoruba.
What is the origin of the name Bamidele?
Bamidele is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Yoruba. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Bamidele a boy or girl name?
Bamidele is a boy name.
How popular is the name Bamidele?
Bamidele is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1991. It peaked at #4,157 in 1978, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What should I know before naming my baby Bamidele?
Bamidele is an African boy name meaning “follow me home”, with Yoruba roots. Yoruba names often tell a story, such as the circumstances of a child's birth or a family's hopes. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.