Sèdowè
/ seh-doh-WEH /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇹🇬 Togo
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Spiritual
Meaning & Etymology
One who was born on Sunday
One who was born on Sunday
Etymology
Derived from the Ewe words sè (birth) and dowè (Sunday).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Gbe
Cultural context
In Ewe culture, names often reflect the day of the week on which a child is born, and each day has associated spiritual significance. Sèdowè signifies a connection to the day of rest and worship.
Symbolism
The name Sèdowè symbolises the spiritual connection to the day of the week and the attributes associated with it, such as peace and rest.
Naming ceremony
The Ewe naming ceremony, ‘Dzɔƒa’, typically takes place on the eighth day after birth. During this ceremony, the child’s name is formally announced and celebrated by family and community members.