Origin
Yoruba (Nigerian)
Syllables
3
Zodiac
Sagittarius
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Tokunbo is a name often given to boys. Ranked #10023 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Yoruba (Nigerian) origin and traditionally means "Child born while the parents were abroad". It has 3 syllables.
The Story of Tokunbo
Tokunbo originates in Yoruba culture where it marks children born overseas. The name celebrates travel and new horizons. It remains popular among Nigerian diaspora families. Boys named Tokunbo tend to be adventurous and culturally aware. It pairs well with short middle names.
Popularity
Currently ranked #10023 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Seeks freedom and variety.
Desires to serve humanity.
Values responsibility and care.
Builds solid foundations.
Zodiac & Astrology
Sagittarius
Embodies exploration and optimism.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Grounded yet worldly energy.
Color Aura
Deep Green
Element
Earth
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Emerald
Spirit Animal
Elephant
Power Word
Journey
Energy Type
Earth × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Adventurous
Loves exploring new places.
Cultured
Respects diverse traditions.
Confident
Moves through life with assurance.
Famous People Named Tokunbo
Tokunbo Ajasa
Nigerian business leader
International Variations
Tokunbo in Different Scripts
توكونبو
Arabic
Токунбо
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Tokunbo:
Tokunbo Adebayo
Tokunbo Chukwuemeka
Tokunbo Jelani
Tokunbo Kofi
Tokunbo Malik
Tokunbo Oluwaseun
Fun Facts & Trivia
Classic Yoruba diaspora name.
Often shortened to Toks.
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boyPronunciation
toh-KOON-bo
Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.