Jumoke
Jumoke is a Christian girl name of Yoruba origin, meaning “Everyone cherishes this child”.
| Meaning | Everyone cherishes this child |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Yoruba |
| Pronunciation | joo-MOH-keh |
| Tradition | Christian, Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Jumoke
Jumoke is a short form of Olajumoke or Ajumoke, meaning 'everyone joins together to pamper this child' or 'one who is loved by all'. The idea is of a baby cared for by the whole extended family. It is mainly given to girls. The fuller forms Olajumoke and Ajumoke are still widely used, and Jumoke is often chosen on its own as a warm, affectionate everyday name.
Is Jumoke a Christian name?
Jumoke is a Yoruba cultural name rather than a religious one and is used in Christian and Muslim families.
How popular is Jumoke?
A familiar Yoruba girls' name in Nigeria and among diaspora families.
Gifts with the name Jumoke
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Jumoke
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jumoke mean?
Jumoke means 'Everyone cherishes this child'. It is of Yoruba origin.
Is Jumoke a Christian name?
Jumoke is a Yoruba cultural name rather than a religious one and is used in Christian and Muslim families.
How do you pronounce Jumoke?
Jumoke is pronounced joo-MOH-keh.
Is Jumoke a boy or girl name?
Jumoke is usually a girl name.