Iwo
“he who is worthy”
Yoruba origin · Unisex name
#1896US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
How to pronounce Iwo
ee-vaw
/ee-vaw/ · · 2 syllables
“he who is worthy”
Yoruba origin · Unisex name
What does Iwo mean and where does it come from?
Iwo is derived from the Yoruba language, where it signifies a person of worth or merit.
Cultural significance
In Yoruba culture, names often reflect personal attributes or aspirations, making Iwo a name of significance in social contexts.
Peak popularity
Reached #1896 in 2015 — currently #1896 in the US.
How else can you spell Iwo?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Iwo?
Iwo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Iwo Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Iwo John
One syllable · timeless choice
Iwo Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Iwo Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Iwo Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
Iwo Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Iwo right now?
Holding steady — currently #1896 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Iwo is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Iwo?
FRENCH
Yvon
BULGARIAN
Ivet
CROATIAN
Ivona
CZECH
IvaIvetaIvkaIvona
What names sound and feel like Iwo?
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How is Iwo written in other languages?
Gender variants of Iwo
Ivet BULGARIANIvona CROATIANIva CZECHIveta CZECHIvka CZECHIvona CZECHYvonne DANISHIvonne DUTCHYvonne DUTCHEvette ENGLISHEvonne ENGLISHIvonette ENGLISHLavone ENGLISHLavonne ENGLISHYvette ENGLISHYvonne ENGLISHYvette FRENCHYvonne FRENCHIvonne GERMANYvonne GERMANIvona MACEDONIANYvonne NORWEGIANIwona POLISHIveta SLOVAKIvona SLOVAKIvette SPANISHIvonne SPANISHYvonne SWEDISH
Common questions about the name Iwo
What does the name Iwo mean?
Iwo means "he who is worthy" — a name rooted in Yoruba tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Iwo?
Iwo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Iwo?
Iwo originates from Yoruba tradition. Yoruba names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Iwo a common or rare name?
Iwo is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Iwo more of a girl or boy name?
Iwo is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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