Name meaning
Gbenga
means “God lifts me up”
- Origin
- Yoruba
- Gender
- Mostly masculine
- Used in
- Nigerian, Beninese
- Spellings
- Gbenga · Olugbenga
- Say it
- GBENG-gah
- Letters
- 6
Researched meaning
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Gbenga is a short form of Olúgbénga, God lifts me up. It is a common Yoruba boys' name.
Roots
Short form of Olúgbénga (God lifts up).
Where it is used
Olugbenga is the full form.
Gbenga name FAQ
What does the name Gbenga mean?
Gbenga means “God lifts me up”. Short form of Olúgbénga (God lifts up).
Where does the name Gbenga come from?
Gbenga is of Yoruba origin. Today it is used in Nigerian, Beninese families.
How do you pronounce Gbenga?
Gbenga is usually pronounced GBENG-gah.
Is Gbenga a boy's or a girl's name?
Gbenga is mostly masculine.
What are other spellings of Gbenga?
Related spellings and forms include Olugbenga.
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Sources
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