Kassa-Mariam

ካሳ ማርያም
/ kah-SAH mah-ree-YAHM /
Gender
Boy
Origin
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
Religion
Christianity
First Seen
—
Trait
Devout

Meaning & Etymology

Forgiveness of Mary

Forgiveness of Mary

Etymology

The name is a compound of ‘Kassa’ (meaning unknown in Wolaytta) and ‘Mariam’, the Amharic form of Mary, the mother of Jesus.

Linguistic family: Afroasiatic > Omotic > North Omotic > Ometo > Wolaytta

Cultural context

In Wolayta culture, names often reflect religious devotion and family values. The inclusion of ‘Mariam’ highlights the influence of Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity and the veneration of Mary.

Symbolism

The name symbolises devotion to Mary and the concept of seeking forgiveness and grace.

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