Oshun

“Yoruba” — Associated with freshwater

Nigeria origin · Unisex name

♂ 6% boys♀ 94% girls

#5088US 2023

26Births / yr

↓Falling

95All-time births

📅 Since 200200

How to pronounce Oshun

AH·SHUHN

/ˈɑ.ˈshən/ · stress on AH · 2 syllables

“Yoruba”

Associated with freshwater · Nigeria origin

What does Oshun mean and where does it come from?

Oshun (Ọṣun) is a significant deity in the Yoruba religion, worshipped primarily in Nigeria. She is associated with freshwater, fertility, and love. The name has a rich history, as Oshun is one of the Orishas in the Yoruba pantheon, and her name reflects immense cultural relevance. Followers of the

Cultural significance

Oshun has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Nigeria-speaking communities, where it reflects values of yoruba.

Peak popularity

Reached #4944 in 2020 — currently #5088 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Oshun?

Oshun works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Oshun Grace

How popular is Oshun right now?

Falling — down 438 spots — currently #5088 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#5088 · Top 3.8%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5088	26	▼ down 438 · -13% births
2022	#4650	30	▲ up 51 · +3% births
2021	#4701	29	▲ up 243 · +12% births
2020	#4944	26	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Oshun

Best Year2022Rank #4650

Peak Count30

Average Rank#4846

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Oshun

Oshun is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 95 total births recorded, Oshun remains relatively uncommon. Oshun is used for both genders: 94% female and 6% male.

Names that peaked alongside Oshun in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Oshun by decade

Oshun peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	5
2010s ★	58
2020s	32

💎Oshun has only 95 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Oshun?

Common

Osh

What names sound and feel like Oshun?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Oshun also consider these

Oshaun

American · A variation of

Roshun

American · Flowing, as a

Oshen

Ireland · small ocean or

American · Modern English

Shun

Japan · to hasten, to

Common questions about the name Oshun

What does the name Oshun mean?

Oshun means "Yoruba" — a name rooted in Nigeria tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Oshun?

Oshun is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Oshun have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Oshun?

Oshun originates from Nigeria tradition. Nigeria names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Oshun?

Oshun is a two-syllable name pronounced AA1 S HH AH1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Oshun trending right now?

Oshun is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.