Nigerian names have over the time shone through its western and asian imports. While all names irrespective of race all mean well for its bearer, some are just more romantic and are usually kept for special occasions.
They simply symbolises love.
Here we have curated top Six Nigerian names to call your partner, and this have been carefully selected from major Nigerian languages.
Onitemi
Onitemi is one of the cute names to call your boyfriend. It means “my only or the one for me” this name will make anyone sigh. You know those moments when your partner is angry, and you just go “Onitemi”. It is certified to calm them down. Even when they aren’t mad, there’s this feeling that comes with calling your partner that name anywhere, anytime, letting the world know you choose them above others.
Idunnu Mi
The Yoruba’s are gifted with oratory like many other tribes too, and if there’s anything you want out of life, it’s to be happy. Imagine if what makes you happy is the person you will spend the rest of your life with.
In love and in truth, this is what gave birth to the name, Idunumi signifies my happiness. You can decide to call your partner this as a pet name.
OBI’ M- My heart:
Being called this right now keeps your heart gushing of some lovely red. The tendency is there to blush, and no better way to say “My Heart” if not in the Igbo tongue.
The careses that comes with you being called such makes it all the more appealing and appeasing at this current season of love.
NKE M
There can be a million men around you, literally, but you’ll only have eyes for your lover. In the crowd, you’ll still be able to pick him out because he is yours. You use this name to denote exclusivity, respect, reassurance, and to mark your territory.
ZUCIYATA
Zuciyata means ‘my heart. Whenever you call your lover ‘Zuciyata,’ you are literally telling them that they are the most important part of everything. Just like your heart, they are the engine room of your happiness. But you have to make sure you mean every thing and every word you say.
MURNA
If you are in love with a hausa man or lady, Murna means “Joy.” The name is unisex, and you can use it for both men and women. Calling your sweetheart Murna means that they bring an aura of joy whenever they are around you.
