Ndovu
/ n-DOH-voo /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇰🇪 Kenya
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Strength
Meaning & Etymology
elephant
elephant
Etymology
Derived from the Maasai word ol-tomei meaning ‘elephant’.
Linguistic family: Nilo-Saharan > Eastern Sudanic > Nilotic > Lotuxo-Teso
Cultural context
Elephants are revered in Maasai culture for their strength and wisdom.
Symbolism
Symbolises strength, leadership, and longevity.
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