Ebunoluwa

Ebunoluwa is a Yoruba given name commonly used among Yoruba-speaking communities in Nigeria and in the Nigerian diaspora. The name is predominantly feminine, though variations in usage exist across families and regions. It is often written as Ebunoluwa (one word) or as two words Ebun Oluwa, and is pronounced roughly eh-boon-LOO-wah.

Etymology and meaning: Ebun means "gift" and Oluwa means "God" in Yoruba, so Ebunoluwa translates to "God's gift" or "gift of God." The construction mirrors a broader Yoruba naming practice in which names express gratitude, blessing, or a divine attribution concerning the bearer.

Cultural context and usage: Yoruba given names commonly reflect religious beliefs, family aspirations, or circumstances surrounding birth. Ebunoluwa, by conveying gratitude to the divine, is part of this tradition. In Nigeria, the name is used across generations and has spread with Yoruba communities to North America, Europe, and other regions through migration.

Notable people: There is no widely documented list of notable individuals with this exact name in major encyclopedic references. The name is used by people in various professional fields, particularly within Nigerian communities and the diaspora.