Ọ̀ṣọ̀fúnkẹ́
/ oh-SHOH-foon-KAY /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇳🇬 Nigeria
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Joyful
Meaning & Etymology
God has given me joy
God has given me joy
Etymology
From Yoruba ọṣọ (God) and fúnkẹ (gave me joy).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Niger > Yoruboid
Cultural context
In Yoruba tradition, names often express gratitude for blessings received.
Symbolism
Represents the joy and gratitude felt by the parents.