Rakotohavana
/ rah-koh-toh-hah-vah-nah /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇲🇬 Madagascar
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Gentle
Meaning & Etymology
Descendant of the gentle
Descendant of the gentle
Etymology
Derived from the Malagasy words ra (indicating descent or lineage), kototra (to be gentle, calm), and havana (relative, kin).
Linguistic family: Austronesian > Malayo-Polynesian > Barito > East Barito > Malagasy
Cultural context
In Antankarana culture, names often reflect the values and virtues that the community wishes to instill in the child. Rakotohavana emphasizes the importance of gentleness and familial connections.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes the Antankarana ideals of gentleness, kindness, and the importance of family lineage and community.
Similar Names
Blessed happiness
Light
small or humble
A blessed and fortunate child.