For the Marvel Comics character, see Okoye (character).
Not to be confused with Okoya or Okoyo.
Okoye
Pronunciation
OH-KOH-YAY
Origin
Language(s)
Igbo
Region of origin
Eastern Nigeria
Okoye is a family name (surname) originating in Nigeria. It is an Anambra dialect derived from the central Igbo name Okorie (meaning someone born on orie market day, or Oye market day as known in Anambra State).
Okoye is a family name (surname) originating in Nigeria. It is an Anambra dialect derived from the central Igbo name Okorie (meaning someone born on orie...
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