Lokombo
/ loh-KOHM-boh /
- Gender
- Unisex
- Origin
- 🇨🇩 DR Congo
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Strength
Meaning & Etymology
Strong one
Strong one
Etymology
From the Tshiluba words loko (strong) and mbo (one).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Benue-Congo > Bantoid > Bantu > Lulua
Cultural context
In Lulua culture, strength is a highly valued trait and is associated with resilience and endurance.
Symbolism
Represents the qualities of strength, resilience, and endurance.