Zoukou
/ zoo-KOO /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Spiritual
Meaning & Etymology
Born on Sunday
Born on Sunday
Etymology
The name is derived from the Gouro word for Sunday, reflecting the day of birth.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Kwa > Eastern Kru > Gouro
Cultural context
In Gouro culture, the day of birth is significant and often influences the choice of name. Sunday, being a day of rest and spiritual significance, is considered auspicious.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes the day of birth and the associated cultural and spiritual significance of Sunday in Gouro tradition.
Naming ceremony
The Gouro naming ceremony typically takes place a week after birth, where the child is officially named and introduced to the community.