Fade
/ fah-DEH /
- Gender
- Unisex
- Origin
- 🇳🇬 Nigeria
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Honour
Meaning & Etymology
honour confers a crown
honour confers a crown
Etymology
From Yoruba ifa (honour) + ode (crown).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Niger > Yoruboid
Cultural context
Reflects the Yoruba value of honour and the symbolism of the crown.
Symbolism
Represents the honour and dignity associated with achieving greatness.