Adimavo
/ ah-dee-MAH-vo /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇧🇯 Benin
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Gracious
Meaning & Etymology
Born with grace
Born with grace
Etymology
From the Adja words adi (born) and mavo (grace).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Congo > Gbe
Cultural context
Grace is a valued trait in Adja culture, and this name reflects the elegance and poise of the child.
Symbolism
Represents elegance, poise, and the beauty of movement.
Naming ceremony
The ceremony includes a dance performance to demonstrate the grace of the child.