Goddess of love, beauty, and fresh water
In the Yoruba religion, Oshun is a major deity (Orisha) associated with the river, fertility, and prosperity. She is often depicted as a benevolent and powerful figure who governs the sweet waters of the world. The name carries a deep spiritual significance within West African traditions and the African diaspora.
Less common today
Oshun isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,655 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character based on the deity in various mythological retellings · Yoruba Mythology
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