Oreoluwa
Meaning of Oreoluwa
The name Oreoluwa is a beautiful and meaningful choice with deep cultural roots. Originating from the Yoruba language, spoken by the Yoruba people of Nigeria, Oreoluwa translates to "God's gift" or "Gift of God," reflecting a sense of divine blessing and gratitude. This unisex name is pronounced as oh-ray-oh-LOO-wah and can be shortened to variations like Oluwa or Ore for ease. Despite its relatively low frequency in the United States, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 24 newborns per year over the past two decades, it holds significant cultural and spiritual importance. The name peaked in popularity in 2017 with 24 occurrences, ranking at 5337. Choosing Oreoluwa for your child not only honors a rich heritage but also bestows upon them a name imbued with profound significance and beauty.
Pronunciation
Yoruba
- Pronunced as oh-ray-oh-LOO-wah (/oʊreɔluwa/)
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Notable People Named Oreoluwa
| Oreoluwa Somolu Lesi is a Nigerian social entrepreneur and UK-trained economist known for founding the Women's Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) to empower women and girls through IT education. |
