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Opiyo

Boy name · African

Meaningfirst-born twin · Luo

Opiyo is an African boy name meaning “first-born twin”, 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 easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Word funOpiyo starts and ends with the same letter, O. A neat little bookend.
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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 Opiyo

Opiyo is a boy name of African origin meaning “first-born twin”. 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 Opiyo at school.

Origin:African names

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Questions about the name Opiyo

What does the name Opiyo mean?

Opiyo means “first-born twin” and comes from Luo. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Aarush (“first ray of the sun”), Aahan (“dawn, first light”), Adinath (“the first lord”) and Eiichi (“often prosperous first son”).

What is the origin of the name Opiyo?

Opiyo 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 Opiyo a boy or girl name?

Opiyo is a boy name.

What names are similar to Opiyo?

If you like Opiyo, you might also like Aarush, Aahan, Adinath and Eiichi.

What should I know before naming my baby Opiyo?

Opiyo is an African boy name meaning “first-born twin”, 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 easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, 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.