Zewdu-Selassie
ዘውዱ-ሥላሴ
/ zeh-WDOO-seh-LAH-see /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇪🇹 Ethiopia
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Spiritual
Meaning & Etymology
Joy of the Trinity
Joy of the Trinity
Etymology
The name is a compound of ‘Zewdu’ (joy) and ‘Selassie’ (Trinity), reflecting Ethiopian Orthodox Christian beliefs.
Linguistic family: Afro-Asiatic > Omotic > North Omotic > Ometo > Wolaytta
Cultural context
In Ethiopian culture, names incorporating ‘Selassie’ are common among Christians and reflect the importance of the Holy Trinity in Ethiopian Orthodox tradition.
Symbolism
The name symbolises the joy and divine connection associated with the Holy Trinity in Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity.
Naming ceremony
In Wolaita tradition, naming ceremonies involve family and community gatherings where the child is officially named and blessings are given.
Religious reference
The name incorporates 'Selassie' which refers to the Holy Trinity in Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity