Ayo is a unisex given name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'joy' or 'happiness'. It is pronounced /ˈɑːjoʊ/. The name is typically used in Nigeria and among the African diaspora but has gained global recognition due to its unique sound and positive connotation. Ayo can be spelled in various ways, including Ayo, Ayó, Ajò, or Àyo.
"The name Ayo experienced a rise in popularity from the late 1970s to the early 1980s, with a peak of nine births recorded in 1982. Since then, its usage has remained relatively stable, with an average of five to eight births per year between 1976 and 2021, totaling seventy-nine births overall."