Koku
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇹🇬 Togo
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Traditional
Meaning & Etymology
Born on Wednesday
Born on Wednesday
Etymology
The name ‘Koku’ derives from the Ewe day-naming tradition where children are named based on the day of the week they are born. ‘Kɔkú’ specifically refers to a male born on Wednesday.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Gbe
Cultural context
In Ewe culture, names are often linked to the day of the week a child is born. This tradition emphasizes the connection between an individual’s identity and the cosmic order as represented by the days of the week.
Symbolism
The name ‘Koku’ symbolizes the day of the week a child is born and is believed to influence their personality and destiny according to Ewe beliefs.
Naming ceremony
In Ewe tradition, the naming ceremony typically occurs on the eighth day after birth. The child is introduced to the community and receives their day name along with other traditional names.