Jumoke
Gender-neutral name · African · Italian
Meaningloved by all · Yoruba
Jumoke is an African and Italian gender-neutral name meaning “loved by all”, 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 soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
Did you know?
- Word funJumoke doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Jumoke would score 19 points, thanks largely to the J (worth 8).
- GenerationJumoke peaked in 1974, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Jumoke you'd meet today is about 51 years old.
- HistoryJumoke first shows up in US birth records in 1974, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 51 years since.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Jumoke
Jumoke is a gender-neutral name of African and Italian origin meaning “loved by all”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. 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. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
Origin:African namesItalian names
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Questions about the name Jumoke
What does the name Jumoke mean?
Jumoke means “loved by all” and comes from Yoruba. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Esmee (“esteemed, loved”), Amadea (“loved by God”), Ludmila (“loved by the people”) and Tadiwa (“we are loved”).
What is the origin of the name Jumoke?
Jumoke is African and Italian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Yoruba. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Jumoke turns up in more than one tradition. Other African names to consider are Layla (“night”), Zuri (“beautiful”), Aisha (“alive”) and Cairo (“the victorious”).
Is Jumoke a boy or girl name?
Both. Jumoke is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
How popular is the name Jumoke?
Jumoke is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1976. It peaked at #5,227 in 1974, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Jumoke?
If you like Jumoke, you might also like Esmee, Amadea, Ludmila and Tadiwa.
What should I know before naming my baby Jumoke?
Jumoke is an African and Italian gender-neutral name meaning “loved by all”, 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 soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.