Salako Family History
Salako Surname Meaning
From the Yoruba àmútò̩runwá or circumstance name Sàlàkó̩, it translates from so àlà kó̩, literally meaning ‘(he) who suspends the white cloth’.
This name is traditionally bestowed on a child born with the umbilical cord over one shoulder and down along the waistline.
The cultural significance of this naming convention reflects the rich traditions and beliefs of the Yoruba people.
Such names often carry deep meanings and are tied to the circumstances surrounding a child's birth.
In this case, the act of suspending cloth symbolizes a unique birth experience, marking the child with a special identity within their community.
Source: The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland, 2016