Niyi is a masculine given name. Niyi means "honour, prestige, fame"Notable people with the name include:

Niyi Adebayo (born 1958), Nigerian politician and lawyer Niyi Adeolokun (born 1990), Irish rugby union player Niyi Akinmolayan (born 1982), Nigerian filmmaker, director and media consultant Niyi Makanjuola (born 1980), Nigerian businessman Niyi Ogunlana (born 1984), Nigerian footballer Niyi Ojuolape (born 1970), Nigerian diplomat Niyi Osundare (born 1947), Nigerian writer Niyi Towolawi, British film director

See also

Niyi (rapper)