Mavuko
/ mah-VOO-koh /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇲🇿 Mozambique
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Gentle
Meaning & Etymology
Little calf
Little calf
Etymology
From the Xitsonga word mavuko, meaning little calf.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Bantu > Tsonga
Cultural context
The name is given to boys who are seen as gentle and playful, like a little calf.
Symbolism
The name symbolises gentleness, innocence, and the joy of youth.
Naming ceremony
The Tsonga naming ceremony is a festive event with music and dance, celebrating the child’s birth.