Odhiambo
/ oh-dee-AM-boh /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇰🇪 Kenya
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Timeliness
Meaning & Etymology
Born in the evening
Born in the evening
Etymology
Derived from the Dholuo words odhi (evening) and ambo (born).
Linguistic family: Nilo-Saharan > Luo
Cultural context
Odhiambo is a common name among the Luo people of Kenya, reflecting the traditional practice of naming children based on the time of day or circumstances of their birth.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes the time of birth and is believed to influence the child’s destiny and character.
Naming ceremony
In Luo tradition, the naming ceremony (tero buru) is an important event where the child is formally introduced to the community and their name is announced.