tosin

Tosin is a given name of Yoruba origin, commonly used among Yoruba-speaking communities in Nigeria and among the Nigerian diaspora. It functions as a standalone name in many cases, and it is also found as part of longer Yoruba names.

Tosin is usually a shortened form of longer Yoruba names such as Toluwatosin or Oluwatosin. The longer forms typically incorporate references to God or blessings, so the meaning of Tosin is linked to divine favor, prosperity, or blessing, though the exact sense depends on the full name.

Historically, Yoruba names are gendered, but Tosin as a stand-alone form is widely used for all genders in modern usage.

Variant spellings include Tosyn and Tosin; the name is part of Nigerian and Yoruba names in the diaspora, including in the United Kingdom, United States, and Canada.

Numerous individuals bearing the name Tosin have gained recognition in fields such as arts, sports, and entertainment, reflecting its continued popularity in Yoruba-influenced communities.