Olusegun
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇳🇬 Nigeria
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Victorious
Meaning & Etymology
God has conquered
God has conquered
Etymology
Derived from the Yoruba elements olu (lord, deity) and segun (has conquered).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Niger > Yoruboid
Cultural context
The name Olusegun is traditionally given to celebrate a victory or triumph, often interpreted as a sign of divine intervention or blessing.
Symbolism
The name symbolises victory, divine protection, and the power of the divine over adversity.
Naming ceremony
In Yoruba tradition, the naming ceremony (Isomoloruko) typically takes place on the eighth day after birth. The name Olusegun would be announced by the eldest family member and accompanied by prayers and offerings to the ancestors.
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Olusegun Obasanjo
politics · Nigeria · b. 1937
Former Nigerian military head of state and president, serving as the first military leader to transfer power to a civilian government.
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