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Tiwatope

tee-WAH-toh-peh · God is enough to be praised

2025 rank (girls)
#14,942
Babies named in 2025
5
Peak popularity
2018
2025 frequency
1 in 321,453 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2018

Declining since 2018, #14,942 for girls today.

Popularity of Tiwatope since 2014

Babies named Tiwatope per year in U.S. Social Security records.

815232020Most births 2018Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2010s93
2020s47

Meaning & origin

Tiwatope is a Yoruba name with a deeply spiritual meaning, 'God is enough to be praised,' reflecting the tradition of giving names as expressions of faith. In the United States, it first appeared in official records in 2014, with a peak popularity in 2018 before a gradual decline since then. As of 2025, approximately 1 in 321,453 newborns receive this name, placing it at rank 14,942. The name is predominantly given to girls, though it remains unisex in its culture of origin. Despite its modest numbers, Tiwatope carries a rich cultural resonance for Yoruba-speaking families and those seeking a name with religious significance.

Tiwatope is a Yoruba name from Nigeria, composed of elements "Tiwá" meaning "our" or "we" and "ope" meaning "praise" or "thanksgiving." It carries a religious sentiment, often given as an expression of gratitude to God. The name reflects the deep spiritual and cultural values of the Yoruba people, where names are often meaningful phrases or prayers.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Tiwa, Tope, Titi

Variants: Tiwatopé

Sibling names for Tiwatope

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Tiwatope mean?
Tiwatope means 'God is enough to be praised' or 'we have enough to praise God' in Yoruba, reflecting gratitude and devotion.
Is Tiwatope a boy or girl name?
Tiwatope is used for both boys and girls, though it is more common for girls in recent U.S. records.
How popular is the name Tiwatope?
Tiwatope first appeared in U.S. records in 2014 and ranked 14,942 in 2025, with about 1 in 321,453 babies given the name. Its peak year was 2018.