Bàbájídé audioⓘ is a masculine name of Yoruba origin; a major ethnic group in South-western Nigeria.
The name is derived from the Yoruba words, bàbá – " father " jí –"wake up," and dé –"arrive."
Thus, Bàbájídé means "Father has returned" or "Father has awakened."
The name is traditionally given to a son born after the death of the father or grandfather, symbolising the return or presence of a paternal figure within the family.
People with the given name include: