Olukoya
Olukọ̀yà is a Nigerian given name and a surname. It is a male name and of Yoruba origin, which means "God defends". The name Olukọ̀yà is mostly common among the Ijebu people of the Southwest, Nigeria. The diminutive form is Oluwakọ̀yà.
| Gender | Male |
|---|---|
| Language(s) | Yoruba |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Nigerian |
| Meaning | God defends |
| Region of origin | South West, Nigeria |
Notable Individuals with the Name
[edit]Surname
[edit]- Daniel Kolawole Olukoya (born 1957), Nigerian pastor, scientist and professor
- Esther Olukoya (1913–2018), Nigerian twin
- Sunday Abiodun Olukoya (1949–2021), Nigerian navy admiral
Given name
[edit]- Olukoya Ogen (born 1968), Nigerian professor and historian
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