Alihouévi
/ ah-lee-HWAY-vee /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇧🇯 Benin
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Graceful
Meaning & Etymology
Born with grace and love
Born with grace and love
Etymology
From the Nago words ali (born), houé (love), and vi (grace).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Niger > Yoruboid
Cultural context
This name combines the themes of love and grace, reflecting the harmonious and loving nature of the child.
Symbolism
Represents grace, love, and the beauty of life.
Naming ceremony
The ceremony includes a ritual to bestow grace and love upon the child, with family members sharing stories of love and grace.