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Yemoja — Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Yemoja is a girl's name of Yoruba origin. Yemọja is a feminine name of Yoruba origin. It is derived from the Yoruba mythology where Yemọja is the goddess of the sea, fertility, and motherhood.

Yemoja

Letter: Y
Girl

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Meaning of Yemoja:

Yemọja is a feminine name of Yoruba origin. It is derived from the Yoruba mythology where Yemọja is the goddess of the sea, fertility, and motherhood. The name conveys the qualities of nurturing, protection, and abundance. It symbolizes the strength and power of a woman and represents the deep connection between humanity and the ocean.

  • Gender: Girl
  • Origin: Yoruba

Origin:

Yoruba

Similar Names:

Wynema , Yema , Yemanja , Yemoya , Yeongja , Yeowa , Yermolai , Yermolay , Yojan , Yonja

More names starting with Y:

Ya , Ya Rah , Yaa , Yaacob , Yaacov , Yaad , Yaafi , Yaafis , Yaafyah , Yaak , Yaakov , Yaalini

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Frequently asked questions about Yemoja

What does the name Yemoja mean?

Yemọja is a feminine name of Yoruba origin. It is derived from the Yoruba mythology where Yemọja is the goddess of the sea, fertility, and motherhood. The name conveys the qualities of nurturing, protection, and abundance.

What is the origin of the name Yemoja?

Yemoja is a girl's name of Yoruba origin.

Is Yemoja a boy or girl name?

Yemoja is commonly used as a girl's name.

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