Ladipo
Meaningwealth multiplies · Yoruba
Ladipo is an African boy name meaning “wealth multiplies”, 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 simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Word funLadipo doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Ladipo
Ladipo is a boy name of African origin meaning “wealth multiplies”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Ladipo at school.
Origin:African names
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Questions about the name Ladipo
What does the name Ladipo mean?
Ladipo means “wealth multiplies” and comes from Yoruba.
What is the origin of the name Ladipo?
Ladipo 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 Ladipo a boy or girl name?
Ladipo is a boy name.
What should I know before naming my baby Ladipo?
Ladipo is an African boy name meaning “wealth multiplies”, 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 simple to spell and say, 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.