Bazola
/ bah-ZOH-lah /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇨🇩 DR Congo
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Prosperous
Meaning & Etymology
One who is born during a period of plenty
One who is born during a period of plenty
Etymology
Derived from the Tshiluba word bazola meaning abundance or plenty.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Benue-Congo > Bantu > Luba
Cultural context
In Luba culture, names often reflect the circumstances of a child’s birth. Bazola signifies prosperity and good fortune.
Symbolism
Represents hope and the promise of a prosperous future.