Omidiji is a Nigerian surname of Yoruba origin, meaning "The river has become a shade" or "The river will provide shelter." It is composed of the Yoruba words “omi” (water or river), “di” (to become or transform), and “ìjì” (shadow, shade, or hiding place), giving it the morphological structure omi-di-ìjí. [1][2]
| Gender | Unisex |
|---|---|
| Language(s) | Yoruba |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Nigerian |
| Meaning | The river has become a shade |
| Region of origin | South-west Nigeria |
Notable people with the surname
edit- Lateef Omidiji (born 2003) football player.
- Sophia Omotola Omidiji – Nigerian-American football player.
References
edit- ^ "Omídìjí". www.yorubaname.com. Retrieved 2024-11-05.
- ^ "Omidiji Pronunciation". www.howtopronounce.com. Retrieved 2024-11-05.