Ìbáwọ́
Ìbáwọ́
/ ee-bah-WOH /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇳🇬 Nigeria
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Blessed
Meaning & Etymology
A gift from God
A gift from God
Etymology
Derived from the Yoruba word ìbáwọ́ meaning ‘gift’ or ‘blessing’.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Niger > Yoruboid
Cultural context
Recognizes the child as a blessing from the divine, often given to girls seen as precious gifts.
Symbolism
Represents the divine gift of life, gratitude, and the hope for blessings in life.
Naming ceremony
Includes prayers for the child to be a blessing to the family and community.