Titilayo
Meaningeverlasting joy · Yoruba
Titilayo is an African girl name meaning “everlasting joy”, 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.
Did you know?
- Hidden namesLook closely: Titilayo has the name Ila hiding inside it.
- GenerationTitilayo peaked in 1977, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Titilayo you'd meet today is about 48 years old.
- HistoryTitilayo first shows up in US birth records in 1975, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 50 years since.
US births per million girls, 1975–2025
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About the name Titilayo
Titilayo is a girl name of African origin meaning “everlasting joy”. With 4 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
More African girl names
- Girl name: Layla · night
- Unisex name: Zuri · beautiful
- Girl name: Aisha · alive
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Girl name: Zahra · radiant, bright
- Girl name: Imani · faith
- Unisex name: Amani · peace
- Girl name: Luisa · famous warrior
Questions about the name Titilayo
What does the name Titilayo mean?
Titilayo means “everlasting joy” and comes from Yoruba. Names built around “joy” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Abigail (“my father is joy”), Joy (“joy”), Beatrice (“she who brings joy”) and Abby (“father's joy”).
What is the origin of the name Titilayo?
Titilayo 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 Titilayo a boy or girl name?
Titilayo is a girl name.
How popular is the name Titilayo?
Titilayo is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2018. It peaked at #6,340 in 1977, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Titilayo?
If you like Titilayo, you might also like Abigail, Joy, Beatrice and Abby.
What should I know before naming my baby Titilayo?
Titilayo is an African girl name meaning “everlasting joy”, 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.