Ìbẹ́kọ́lá
/ ee-beh-KOH-lah /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇳🇬 Nigeria
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Honored
Meaning & Etymology
One who is cherished and honored
One who is cherished and honored
Etymology
From the Yoruba word ibeku (cherish) and ola (honor, wealth).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Niger > Yoruboid
Cultural context
Ìbẹ́kọ́lá is a name that signifies the high regard and honor in which a child is held, often given to reflect the family’s pride and joy.
Symbolism
Represents honor, pride, and the family’s deep affection for the child.
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