Ọ̀bádàpọ̀
Ọ̀bádàpọ̀
/ oh-BAH-dah-poh /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇳🇬 Nigeria
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Respectful
Meaning & Etymology
The king is honored
The king is honored
Etymology
Derived from the Yoruba words oba (king) and dapo (to honor or exalt).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Niger > Yoruboid
Cultural context
In Yoruba culture, names often reflect the circumstances of a child’s birth or express the parents’ aspirations. Ọ̀bádàpọ̀ signifies respect for authority and the recognition of leadership.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes respect for leadership and the cultural value placed on honoring those in authority.
Naming ceremony
In Yoruba tradition, the naming ceremony (ìsomolórúkọ) takes place on the 8th day after birth. The name is announced and its meaning is explained to the community.