Toluwalase
Toluwalase is a Christian unisex name of Yoruba origin, meaning “Authority belongs to God”.
| Meaning | Authority belongs to God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Yoruba |
| Pronunciation | toh-loo-wah-LAH-sheh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Toluwalase
Toluwalase is a contraction of ti Oluwa ni ase, 'the authority is God's' or 'it is the Lord's command'. Ase is a weighty Yoruba concept of power and the force that makes things happen. The old gloss 'God is wonderful' does not match the words. Parents give the name to acknowledge that the child came by God's will, and Tolu is the usual short form.
Is Toluwalase a Christian name?
A strongly religious Yoruba name, used mainly by Christian families as a declaration of God's sovereignty.
How popular is Toluwalase?
Used among Yoruba Christian families in Nigeria and abroad; less common than Tolu names like Toluwani.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Toluwalase mean?
Toluwalase means 'Authority belongs to God'. It is of Yoruba origin.
Is Toluwalase a Christian name?
A strongly religious Yoruba name, used mainly by Christian families as a declaration of God's sovereignty.
How do you pronounce Toluwalase?
Toluwalase is pronounced toh-loo-wah-LAH-sheh.
Is Toluwalase a boy or girl name?
Toluwalase is used for both boys and girls.