Mopelola

/Moh-peh-loh-lah/

YorubaGirl

Mopelola is a Yoruba girl's name pronounced /Moh-peh-loh-lah/. A name expressing that the child's arrival completes the family's wealth.

Meaning of Mopelola

A name expressing that the child's arrival completes the family's wealth.

Mopelola is a Yoruba name derived from the components 'Mo' (I), 'pe' (complete/am complete), 'lowo' (in wealth), and 'ola' (honor/riches). It literally translates to 'I am complete in wealth' or 'My wealth is now complete,' signifying that the child's birth serves as the crowning glory of the family's prosperity.

Origin
Yoruba
Pronunciation
/Moh-peh-loh-lah/

Cultural background

This name is common among the Yoruba people of Southwestern Nigeria and is traditionally given to girls born into families that feel a sense of fulfillment or increased social standing.

Variations & nicknames

  • Mopelo
  • Pelo
  • Ola
  • Mope

Famous people named Mopelola

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Mopelola Sanni

    A recognized Nigerian actress known for her roles in Yoruba language cinema.

    Film · 2000s-present

  • Mopelola Omilani

    A Nigerian medical professional and public health advocate.

    Medicine · 2010s-present

Frequently asked about Mopelola

What does Mopelola mean?
Mopelola is a Yoruba name meaning 'I am complete in wealth' or 'My honor is complete,' suggesting the child brings a sense of total fulfillment to the family.
How do you pronounce Mopelola?
It is pronounced Mo-peh-loh-lah, with each syllable usually carrying a mid-tone in Yoruba phonology.
Is Mopelola a boy or girl name?
Mopelola is traditionally a feminine name given to girls in Yoruba culture.
What is the origin of the name Mopelola?
The name originates from the Yoruba ethnic group of West Africa, primarily located in Nigeria and Benin.

Love Mopelola? Get more names like it

We'll email you 5 fresh Yoruba names each week — free, no spam.

Compare Mopelola with…

Side-by-side meaning, sound and popularity.

More Yoruba names

See all Yoruba names
Find more names like Mopelola