Almaz
አልማዝ
/ al-MAZ /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇪🇹 Ethiopia
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Precious
Meaning & Etymology
diamond
diamond
Etymology
Derived from the Amharic word almaz, meaning ‘diamond’.
Linguistic family: Afro-Asiatic > Semitic > South Semitic > Ethiopian Semitic
Cultural context
In Ethiopian culture, the name Almaz is often given to signify the precious and enduring nature of a child, much like a diamond.
Symbolism
The name symbolises strength, beauty, and enduring value, reflecting the qualities associated with diamonds.