Bamidele is a unisex given name of Yoruba origin, meaning "follow me home". The name is often shortened to Dele as a familiar form. In Yoruba culture, names often reflect circumstances, aspirations, or family sentiments, and Bamidele conveys a welcoming or protective call. Notable Bearers Notable individuals with the surname Bamidele include: Biyi Bamidele (born 1967), Nigerian novelist, playwright, and filmmaker Daniel Bamidele (1949–1986), Nigerian army officer executed by the government of General Ibrahim Babangida Emmanuel Bamidele (born 1999), Nigerian athlete Michael Opeyemi Bamidele (born 1963), Nigerian lawyer, human rights activist, politician, and member of the National Assembly Tunde Bamidele (1953–1997), Nigerian football defender Notable individuals with the given name Bamidele include: Bamidele Abiodun (born 1966), Nigerian businesswoman, philanthropist, wife of Dapo Abiodun, governor of Ogun State John Adedayo Bamidele Adegboyega (born 1992), British actor and producer Dennis Emmanuel Abiodun Bamidele Chijioke Adeniran (born 1999), English professional footballer Bamidele Mathew Ai… (the list continues with more individuals) Meaning: "Follow me home" Origin: Yoruba Type: Given name Usage Regions: Yoruba-speaking areas, Nigeria; diaspora