Ọ̀ṣọ̀tímí
Ọ̀ṣọ̀tímí
/ oh-SHAW-tee-mee /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇳🇬 Nigeria
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Spiritual
Meaning & Etymology
One who is cherished by God
One who is cherished by God
Etymology
Derived from Yoruba ọ̀ṣọ̀ (cherished, loved) + tímí (God).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Niger > Yoruboid
Cultural context
The name reflects the Yoruba belief in the divine protection and love of the Supreme Being, Olodumare.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes divine love, favor, and the belief in a benevolent deity who watches over and cherishes the individual.
Naming ceremony
In Yoruba tradition, the naming ceremony (ìsomolórúko) typically takes place on the eighth day after birth, where the name is formally bestowed and its meaning and significance are explained.