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Okello

Boy name · African

Meaningborn after twins · Luo

Okello is an African boy name meaning “born after twins”, with Luo roots. 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 funOkello starts and ends with the same letter, O. A neat little bookend.
Baby lying on a blue blanket
hello, little Okello

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 Okello

Okello is a boy name of African origin meaning “born after twins”. 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 Okello at school.

Origin:African names

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Questions about the name Okello

What does the name Okello mean?

Okello means “born after twins” and comes from Luo. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Everest (“after Mount Everest”), Ajani (“one who wins after a struggle”), Idowu (“child born after twins”) and Kizza (“child born after twins”).

What is the origin of the name Okello?

Okello is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Luo. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).

Is Okello a boy or girl name?

Okello is a boy name.

What names are similar to Okello?

If you like Okello, you might also like Everest, Ajani, Idowu and Kizza.

What should I know before naming my baby Okello?

Okello is an African boy name meaning “born after twins”, with Luo roots. 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.