Lupopo
/ loo-POH-poh /
- Gender
- Unisex
- Origin
- 🇨🇩 DR Congo
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Abundant
Meaning & Etymology
Born during the harvest
Born during the harvest
Etymology
From the Tshiluba word popo (harvest).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Benue-Congo > Bantoid > Bantu > Luba
Cultural context
The harvest is a significant event in Luba culture, symbolising abundance and prosperity.
Symbolism
Represents the hope for a bountiful and fruitful life.