Doukouré
/ doo-koo-REY /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Courageous
Meaning & Etymology
Warrior
Warrior
Etymology
Derived from the Bambara root words dùgú (earth, land) and kɔrɔ (to defend, to protect).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Mande > Western Mande > Manding
Cultural context
In Bambara culture, the name Doukouré is associated with strength and protection, reflecting the importance of warriors in traditional society.
Symbolism
The name Doukouré symbolises courage, protection, and a connection to the land, embodying the ideal of a protector and defender.
Naming ceremony
In Bambara tradition, the naming ceremony, known as ngaléni, involves the elders of the community who bestow the name upon the child, often based on the circumstances of the birth or the family’s history.
Related names
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