Surnames of Nigerian Origin

129 surnames found of Nigerian origin

Eyo
The surname Eyo is of Nigerian origin and is commonly found among the Efik and Ibibio ethnic groups in southeastern Nigeria. The name Eyo is derived from the Efik word "eyo" which means "wealth" or......
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Guobadia
The surname Guobadia is of Nigerian origin and is primarily associated with the Edo people of southern Nigeria. It is derived from the Edo language, where "guo" means "to rule" and "badia" means "t......
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Idahosa
The surname Idahosa is of Nigerian origin and is primarily associated with the Benin people of Edo State. It is derived from the Edo language, where "Ida" means "to choose" and "hosa" means "to be ......
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Idehen
The surname Idehen is of Nigerian origin and is commonly found among the Edo people of southern Nigeria. The name is derived from the Edo language, where "Ide" means "one who is strong" or "powerfu......
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Idemudia
The surname Idemudia is of Nigerian origin and is commonly found among the Esan people of Edo State. It is derived from the Esan language, where "Idemudia" means "I have found a companion" or "I ha......
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Ighodaro
The surname Ighodaro is of Nigerian origin and is commonly found among the Edo people of southern Nigeria. It is derived from the Edo language, where "Igho" means "wealth" and "Daro" means "to brin......
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Ikpe
The surname Ikpe is of Nigerian origin and is commonly found among the Igbo people. It is derived from the Igbo word "ikpe," which means "to gather" or "to collect." The surname likely originated f......
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Ilo
The surname Ilo is of Nigerian origin and is derived from the Igbo language. It is a short form of the Igbo name "Iloabuchi," which means "light of God" or "God's light." The name carries a spiritu......
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Imafidon
The surname Imafidon is of Nigerian origin and is commonly found among the Esan people of Edo State. It is derived from the Esan language, where "Ima" means "love" and "fidon" means "to cherish" or......
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Inyang
The surname Inyang is of Nigerian origin and is commonly found among the Efik and Ibibio ethnic groups in the southern part of Nigeria. Inyang is derived from the Efik/Ibibio word "inyang," which m......
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Surnames of Nigerian Origin

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