Preliminary Investigation into Mumuye Onomatology

The study takes a look at the preliminary investigation into Mumuye Onomatology. This paper aims to identify and analyze the meaning of Mumuye names, examine the factors that determine the names and it implications. The method used for data collection was interview and the study adopted the theory of meaning by Johnston. The findings show that Mumuye gives names by looking at the physical features of the child, situations, festivities, and circumstances surrounding the birth of the child. The study recommends the use of native names to preserve Mumuye cultural values.