Zila
/ ZEE-lah /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇨🇲 Cameroon
- Religion
- Islam
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Peace
Meaning & Etymology
to be peaceful
to be peaceful
Etymology
From the Fula root zil (peaceful) with the suffix -la indicating a state or condition.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Senegambian > Fula-Wolof
Cultural context
In Fulani culture, names often reflect the desired qualities or circumstances of the child.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes the importance of peace and tranquility within the community.