Luputa
/ loo-POO-tah /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇨🇩 DR Congo
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Safety
Meaning & Etymology
One who is saved
One who is saved
Etymology
Derived from the Tshiluba word puta (to save) and the prefix lu (one who is).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Bantoid > Bantu > Luba
Cultural context
In Luba culture, this name is given to girls as a symbol of the protection and care they receive from their family and community.
Symbolism
Represents the safety and security that the girl brings to her family.