Abledevi
/ a-bleh-deh-VEE /
- Gender
- Unisex
- Origin
- 🇹🇬 Togo
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Divine
Meaning & Etymology
Born with divine protection
Born with divine protection
Etymology
From the Ewe words able (born) and devi (divine).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Congo > Kwa > Gbe
Cultural context
The name reflects the Ewe belief in the importance of divine protection and guidance.
Symbolism
Represents the hope for a life of divine favor and protection.
Naming ceremony
The Ewe naming ceremony, Viɖɔƒa, includes prayers for the child to be protected by the divine.