Ekundayo

Ekundayo is a Nigerian given name and surname of Yoruba origin meaning "Weeping has become joy." It is traditionally given to a child born after a period of hardship or sorrow, symbolizing a transition from sadness to happiness. Derived from the words “ẹkún” (tears or weeping), “dì” (to become), and “ayọ̀” (joy or happiness), . In Yoruba culture, Ẹkúndayọ̀ embodies the belief that even in difficult times, joy can emerge. Morphologically written as "Ẹkúndayọ̀".