Kahuli
/ kah-HOO-lee /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇦🇴 Angola
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Patient
Meaning & Etymology
The one who is patient
The one who is patient
Etymology
From the Kwanyama root -huli meaning ‘patience’.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Benue-Congo > Bantoid > Bantu > Oshiwambo
Cultural context
Kahuli reflects the Kwanyama emphasis on patience and endurance.
Symbolism
Represents the value of patience and the ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
Naming ceremony
The name is given to signify the child’s potential for patience and tolerance.
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