Ndako
/ n-DAH-koh /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇨🇩 DR Congo
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Beloved
Meaning & Etymology
The beloved
The beloved
Etymology
From the Kilega root nda (to love) and ko (one who is).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Benue-Congo > Bantoid > Bantu > Lega
Cultural context
In Lega culture, love and affection are central to family and community life.
Symbolism
Represents the importance of love and the beloved in relationships.