Morenike
Meaningi have one to cherish · Yoruba
Morenike is an African girl name meaning “i have one to cherish”, 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, Morenike would score 14 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationMorenike peaked in 1973, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Morenike you'd meet today is about 52 years old.
- HistoryMorenike first shows up in US birth records in 1973, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 52 years since.
US births per million girls, 1973–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Morenike
Morenike is a girl name of African origin meaning “i have one to cherish”. With 3 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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Questions about the name Morenike
What does the name Morenike mean?
Morenike means “i have one to cherish” and comes from Yoruba. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Cherish (“cherish”).
What is the origin of the name Morenike?
Morenike is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Yoruba. Other African names to consider are Layla (“night”), Zuri (“beautiful”), Aisha (“alive”) and Amber (“amber resin”).
Is Morenike a boy or girl name?
Morenike is a girl name.
How popular is the name Morenike?
Morenike is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2015. It peaked at #6,666 in 1973, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Morenike?
If you like Morenike, you might also like Cherish.
What should I know before naming my baby Morenike?
Morenike is an African girl name meaning “i have one to cherish”, 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.