Find out how popular the first name Etinosa has been for the last 10 years (from 2011 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Etinosa by gender

Based on the last 10 years of data, Etinosa is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Etinosa.

The history of the first name Etinosa

The given name Etinosa has its origins in the Edo language spoken in parts of Nigeria. It is a compound name derived from the words "etin" meaning "truth" and "osa" meaning "life." The name can be roughly translated to mean "truth of life" or "life's truth."

Edo, also known as Bini, is an ethnic group native to Edo State in southern Nigeria. Their language belongs to the Edoid branch of the Volta-Niger language family. The name Etinosa is believed to have been in use among the Edo people for several centuries.

While there are no known historical references to the name Etinosa in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it has been a popular name within the Edo community for generations. The earliest recorded examples of the name date back to the late 19th century.

One of the earliest notable individuals to bear the name Etinosa was Etinosa Osagie, a Nigerian businessman and entrepreneur born in 1905. He was a pioneer in the Nigerian manufacturing industry and played a significant role in the country's economic development.

Another prominent figure with the name Etinosa was Etinosa Oliha, a Nigerian politician and diplomat who served as the High Commissioner of Nigeria to the United Kingdom from 1995 to 1999. He was born in 1940 and made significant contributions to Nigeria's foreign relations.

In the field of literature, Etinosa Yvonne Agbormen, born in 1958, is a notable Nigerian poet and writer. Her works have explored themes of identity, womanhood, and cultural heritage, and she has received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to Nigerian literature.

The name Etinosa has also been carried by notable figures in the realm of sports. Etinosa Cynthia Akpabio, born in 1985, is a Nigerian sprinter who has represented her country in multiple international competitions, including the Olympic Games and the World Championships.

Another individual with the name Etinosa is Etinosa Henrietta Okoduwa, born in 1990, who is a Nigerian actress and television personality. She has appeared in several popular Nigerian movies and television shows, earning recognition for her talent and versatility in the entertainment industry.

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