Ndjili
/ ndjee-lee /
- Gender
- Unisex
- Origin
- 🇨🇩 DR Congo
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Vitality
Meaning & Etymology
River of life
River of life
Etymology
From the Kikongo word ndjili, meaning ‘river’ or ‘stream’.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Bantoid > Bantu > Kongo
Cultural context
Given to children born near rivers or those believed to bring vitality and life to their communities.
Symbolism
Represents the flow of life, vitality, and the importance of water in sustaining life.