Zeca
/ ZEH-kah /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇦🇴 Angola
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Graceful
Meaning & Etymology
God is gracious
God is gracious
Etymology
Derived from the Portuguese name José, which originates from the Hebrew name Yosef (יוֹסֵף), meaning ‘He will add’ or ‘God shall add’.
Linguistic family: Indo-European > Romance > West Iberian
Cultural context
In Angola, ‘Zeca’ is a common diminutive of ‘José’ and is widely used across various ethnic groups. It reflects the influence of Portuguese colonialism and the widespread adoption of Christian names in the country.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes grace and the blessing of God, reflecting the Christian values prevalent in Angolan society.