Ìṣọ́ọ́
Ìṣọ́ọ́
/ ee-SHOH-oh /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇳🇬 Nigeria
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Purity
Meaning & Etymology
The one who is pure
The one who is pure
Etymology
Derived from the Yoruba word isọ, meaning ‘purity’ or ‘cleanliness’.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Niger > Yoruboid
Cultural context
In Yoruba culture, names reflecting purity and cleanliness are highly valued as they signify moral integrity and spiritual cleanliness.
Symbolism
The name symbolises moral purity, cleanliness, and spiritual integrity.
Naming ceremony
During the Yoruba naming ceremony (ìsomolórúko), the name Ìṣọ́ọ́ would be announced with prayers for the child’s purity and protection.
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