Find out how popular the first name Eseosa has been for the last 16 years (from 2008 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Eseosa by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Eseosa is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Eseosa.

The history of the first name Eseosa

The name Eseosa originates from the Edo language, spoken by the Edo people of southern Nigeria. It is a compound word derived from the Edo words "ese" meaning "life" and "osa" meaning "journey" or "path." Thus, the name Eseosa can be interpreted as "the path of life" or "life's journey."

The Edo people have a rich cultural heritage dating back to the ancient Benin Empire, which flourished from the 15th to the 19th century. The name Eseosa likely gained prominence during this period, reflecting the cultural values and beliefs of the Edo people.

While there are no known ancient texts or religious scriptures that specifically mention the name Eseosa, it is deeply rooted in the Edo language and culture, which have a long and storied history.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Eseosa can be found in the works of Oba Ovonramwen Nogbaisi, the last Oba (king) of the ancient Benin Empire, who ruled from 1888 to 1897. He is known to have had a daughter named Eseosa, though the exact year of her birth is uncertain.

Over the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Eseosa:

1. Eseosa Igbinedion (born 1948), a Nigerian businesswoman and philanthropist, known for her work in education and women's empowerment.

2. Eseosa Desalu (born 1990), a Nigerian sprinter who represented Nigeria in the 2012 and 2016 Olympic Games.

3. Eseosa Ogunbor (born 1987), a Nigerian-American fashion designer and entrepreneur, known for her sustainable and ethical fashion line.

4. Eseosa Aigbogun (born 1972), a Nigerian-American attorney and human rights activist, who has worked extensively on issues related to human trafficking and gender-based violence.

5. Eseosa Borha (born 1965), a Nigerian-British author and academic, known for her work on African literature and cultural studies.

These individuals, spanning various fields and backgrounds, have contributed to the rich tapestry of the name Eseosa, further solidifying its place in history as a name with deep cultural significance.

Data source

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