Gathii
/ gah-THEE-ee /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇰🇪 Kenya
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Courageous
Meaning & Etymology
warrior
warrior
Etymology
From the Kikuyu word gathii, meaning warrior or fighter.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Bantu > Gikuyu
Cultural context
In Kikuyu culture, warriors are revered for their bravery and skill in battle.
Symbolism
Gathii represents courage, honour, and the defence of the community.
Naming ceremony
The Kikuyu naming ceremony, irua, involves the father announcing the name to the community.