Sikasikana
/ see-kah-see-KAH-nah /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇿🇲 Zambia
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Feminine
Meaning & Etymology
The one who is a girl
The one who is a girl
Etymology
From the Lenje words sika (the one) and sikana (girl).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Bantoid > Bantu > Lenje
Cultural context
This name emphasizes the gender of the child and the Lenje cultural values associated with femininity.
Symbolism
Represents the pride in femininity and the cultural identity of women.
Naming ceremony
The Lenje naming ceremony is a joyous occasion involving the community and the sharing of traditional foods.