Onomastic Approach of the Names of Burkinabè Slam Artists

Poetry slam represents an oratory art open to all, typically performed in public places and during various events. This verbal practice resonates particularly with young people, as each artist distinguishes himself/herself by adopting a pseudonym that often reflects his/her vision or ideals he/she defend. The aim of this study is to identify the lexical formation processes governing the structure of these artists’ names and unveil their underlying semantics through an interpretative study.