Devoção
/ deh-vo-SAO /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇦🇴 Angola
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Devoted
Meaning & Etymology
A name symbolising deep devotion or dedication
A name symbolising deep devotion or dedication
Etymology
Derived from the Portuguese word devoção, meaning ‘devotion’ or ‘dedication’, ultimately from the Latin devotio.
Linguistic family: Indo-European > Italic > Romance > Western > Ibero-Romance > Galician-Portuguese
Cultural context
In Angola, particularly among the Mbunda people, the name Devoção reflects the strong Christian influence and the importance of faith and dedication within the community.
Symbolism
The name symbolises a deep commitment and dedication, often associated with religious faith and spiritual devotion.