Koudjo
/ koo-DZHOH /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇧🇯 Benin
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Destiny
Meaning & Etymology
Born on a Monday
Born on a Monday
Etymology
Derived from the Fon word ku (to be born) and djo (Monday).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Congo > Gbe
Cultural context
In Fon culture, names are often given based on the day of the week a child is born.
Symbolism
The name symbolises the day of birth and is believed to influence the child’s destiny.
Naming ceremony
The naming ceremony, called vodou, is performed by a priest and involves prayers and offerings.
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