Olukoya
Olukoya () is a Nigerian surname and unisex (though primarily masculine) given name. It is of Yoruban origin and means "God defends". It is most common among the Ijebu people of southwest Nigeria. The name also has a diminutive form, Oluwakoya.[citation needed]
Notable people with the name include:
| Gender | Unisex (primarily masculine) |
|---|---|
| Language(s) | Yoruba |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Nigerian |
| Meaning | God defends |
| Region of origin | Southwest Nigeria |
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
References
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