Sagamba
/ sah-GAHM-bah /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇷🇼 Rwanda
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Courageous
Meaning & Etymology
The warrior
The warrior
Etymology
From the Kinyarwanda root gamba (warrior).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Benue-Congo > Bantu > Rwanda-Rundi
Cultural context
This name reflects the historical role of warriors in Rwandan society and the valor associated with defending the community.
Symbolism
Represents courage and the willingness to protect others.
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