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Oshun
Oshun Pronunciation
Oshun is pronounced OH-shoon /ˈoʊ.ʃun/Medium
Meaning: From Yoruba — Oshun (Osun), the orisha (deity) of love, beauty, fresh water/rivers, and fertility; also the name of a river in Nigeria; we note the deityLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Oshun comes from Yoruba — Oshun (Osun), the orisha (deity) of love, beauty, fresh water/rivers, and fertility, central to Yoruba and Afro-Caribbean traditions; also the name of a river in Nigeria (we note the deity). A lyrical, devout name (said 'OH-shoon').
In the U.S. it appears as a name honoring the orisha. Rare, the-orisha-of-love-and-rivers at the root, and devout.
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Frequently Asked
How do you pronounce Oshun?
Oshun is pronounced OH-shoon (/ˈoʊ.ʃun/). Press play above to hear Oshun said aloud.
How do you say Oshun?
Oshun is said OH-shoon (/ˈoʊ.ʃun/). Press play above to hear Oshun said aloud.
What does the name Oshun mean?
Oshun is the Yoruba orisha (deity) of love, beauty, and rivers; also a river in Nigeria. We note the deity.
Is Oshun a boy or girl name?
Oshun is a girl's name.
How popular is Oshun?
Oshun is a rare name in the U.S.