Wegay
ወጋይ
/ we-GUY /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇪🇷 Eritrea
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Joyful
Meaning & Etymology
The one who brings joy
The one who brings joy
Etymology
From the Bilen word weg (joy) and the suffix -ay indicating possession.
Linguistic family: Afro-Asiatic > Cushitic > Agaw
Cultural context
Wegay is a name that reflects the Bilen people’s value of joy and positivity.
Symbolism
This name symbolizes the hope for a joyful and happy life.
Naming ceremony
The Bilen naming ceremony includes a gathering of family and friends who celebrate the birth with songs and dances.