Oluwaseun
Oluwaseun is a Christian unisex name of Yoruba origin, meaning “We thank God; God has done it”.
| Meaning | We thank God; God has done it |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Yoruba |
| Pronunciation | oh-loo-wah-SHEH-oon |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Nigeria, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Oluwaseun
Oluwaseun joins Oluwa, Lord or God, with seun, from the Yoruba expression for 'has done (a kindness)' that also gives o se un, 'thank you'. It is usually translated 'God has done it' or 'thanks be to God', so the old gloss 'God is grateful' gets the direction wrong. Parents choose it to give thanks for a safe birth. It is used for both boys and girls and shortened to Seun.
Is Oluwaseun a Christian name?
Oluwa- names are very popular with Yoruba Christians as short statements of faith, and Muslim Yoruba families use some of them as well.
How popular is Oluwaseun?
Common among Yoruba families in Nigeria and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Oluwaseun mean?
Oluwaseun means 'We thank God; God has done it'. It is of Yoruba origin.
Is Oluwaseun a Christian name?
Oluwa- names are very popular with Yoruba Christians as short statements of faith, and Muslim Yoruba families use some of them as well.
How do you pronounce Oluwaseun?
Oluwaseun is pronounced oh-loo-wah-SHEH-oon.
Is Oluwaseun a boy or girl name?
Oluwaseun is used for both boys and girls.