Akin (given name)


Akín is a popular Nigerian male given name and surname of Yoruba origin. It means "The brave one, warrior, valor, valiant one, the hero.". The name Akín is distinctive, carrying a strong and meaningful undertone. The name Akín is common among the Ife and Ijesha people of the Southwest, Nigeria. Other full forms of the name include Akinadé, Akinfẹ́mi, Akinfẹ́la, Akinkiawe, Akinkúòlíẹ̀, Akinwunmi, Akinsegun, Akínnúyì etc.

Notable individuals with the name