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It also covers spirits as well as deities found within the African religions—which is mostly derived from traditional African religions. Additionally, prominent mythic figures including heroes and legendary creatures may also be included in this list. [1] [2] [3
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African feminine given names (2 C, 24 P) H. Hausa given names (28 P) I. Igbo given names (79 P) M. African masculine given names (4 C, 77 P) Moroccan given names (1 C) S.
Orishas (singular: orisha) [1] are divine spirits that play a key role in the Yoruba religion of West Africa and several religions of the African diaspora that derive from it, such as Haitian Vaudou, Cuban, Dominican and Puerto Rican Santería and Brazilian Candomblé.
Yaa is a feminine given name originating from the Akan day naming system, meaning born on a Thursday. [1] Day names are a cultural practice of the Akan people of Ghana. Although some might believe it is mostly practised by Ashanti people, it is actually practised by all Akan (i.e. all the various Akan subgroups) people who follow traditional ...
Nana Buluku, also known as Nana Buruku, Nana Buku or Nanan-bouclou, is the female supreme being in the West African traditional religion of the Fon people (Benin, Dahomey) and the Ewe people . [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ] She is one of the most influential deities in West African theology, and one shared by many ethnic groups other than the Fon people ...
Traditionally in Ghana, a child would receive their Akan day name during their Outdooring, eight days after birth. [1] [2] According to Akan tradition, people born on particular days exhibit certain characteristics or attributes. [1] [2] Kwame has the appellation "Atoapoma" or "Oteanankannuro" meaning "combat ready". [1] [2]
Pages in category "Given names of African origin" The following 7 pages are in this category, out of 7 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. I.