| Gender | Male |
|---|---|
| Language(s) | Yoruba |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Nigerian |
| Meaning | (One who) struts with nobility/dignity. |
| Region of origin | South West, Nigeria |
Fọláyan is a Nigerian given name and a surname. It is a male name and of Yoruba origin, which means "(One who) struts with nobility/dignity.". Fọláyan is a powerful name with depth and profound meaning. The diminutive forms include Afọláyan, same meaning and Adéfọláyan which means (Royalty struts with wealth.).
Notable individuals with the name
- Chris Folayan, American writer and businessman.
- Nike Folayan (born 1978), British engineer.
- Sabaah Folayan, American filmmaker.
- Victoria Folayan (born 1985), American rugby sevens player.
- Morenike Oluwatoyin Folayan Ukpong (born 1967), Nigerian medical scientist.
- Isaac Fola-Alade, FNIA, D.Sc, OFR (1933 – 2021), Nigerian architect.
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References
- "Fọláyan". www.yorubaname.com. Retrieved 2024-10-22.