Ọ̀ṣọ́ọ́lọ́wọ́n
/ oh-SHoh-LOH-won /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇳🇬 Nigeria
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Victorious
Meaning & Etymology
The king has won
The king has won
Etymology
From the Yoruba root ọ̀ṣọ́ọ́ (king) + lọ́wọ́n (to win).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Niger > Yoruboid
Cultural context
The name reflects the Yoruba tradition of celebrating victories and achievements.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes the power and authority of the king and the triumph of justice.
Naming ceremony
The naming ceremony includes the recitation of praises and the offering of sacrifices to the ancestors.